American Coverlet 1584

This beautiful antique American coverlet from Pennsylvania, woven in the mid-19th century, features a striking large-scale floral design in vivid red, blue, and green on a soft ivory background. Handwoven on a Jacquard loom — the revolutionary mechanical device that transformed American textile production in the 1820s and 1830s by allowing complex figured patterns to be woven with unprecedented precision — this four-color coverlet showcases alternating rows of flower heads and leafy vines, creating a rhythmic and visually captivating pattern of considerable decorative beauty.

What makes these historic textiles truly special is not just their artistry but their cultural significance: Jacquard coverlets were among the most prized domestic possessions of 19th century American households, made by professional itinerant weavers who traveled farm to farm with their looms, or by the increasingly industrialized mills of Pennsylvania and New York. This mid-19th century Pennsylvania example is a beautiful survivor of that golden age of American handcraft.

Dimensions: 74" x 80"

Date of Manufacture: Mid 1800s

Place of Origin: Pennsylvania, United States

Material: Cotton and wool

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use

SKU: 1584