Quilt, Star of Bethlehem pattern variation
Unknown
ca. 1840–50 · Cotton · The American Wing
Unfortunately, little is known about the provenance of this quilt; however, it can be dated to the mid-nineteenth century by the type and palette of the brightly colored calicos. The clear hues of the reds and yellows are especially notable. This cheerful palette is shared by other quilts in the American Wing's collection, such as 46.152.2, 1980.498.3, and 2011.374, all of which can be accurately dated to the second half of the 1840s.
- Artist
- Unknown
- Date
- ca. 1840–50
- Medium
- Cotton
- Culture
- American
- Department
- The American Wing
- Credit line
- Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Hosmer, 1948
