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Antique American Redwork Quilt, Folk Art Textile, Circa 1895–1910

$1,310
£979.84
€1,145.51
CA$1,851.88
A$1,860.45
CHF 1,073.13
MX$22,640.78
NOK 12,465.85
SEK 12,645.26
DKK 8,563.37

About the Item

This Antique American Redwork Quilt, is a Victorian-era hand-tied quilt and American Folk Art textile, with animal motifs along with children playing and many other classic - and unique - redwork designs in the 63 embroidered blocks. It is a beautifully preserved example of one of the most beloved forms of American decorative needlework. Created circa 1895–1910, this exceptional quilt captures the charm, optimism, and artistry of the Redwork craze that swept across America during the closing years of the Victorian era and into the Edwardian period. Redwork became popular with the introduction of synthetic Turkey Red dyes and commercially available colorfast embroidery thread starting in about 1876. Transfer patterns were published in newspapers and catalogs and this quilt contains many of those classic motifs, including what were considered exotic animals (zebras, etc.), nursery stories, farm animals, flowers, "Days of the Week" figures, and many more. Worked in brilliant turkey-red embroidery on a crisp ivory-white cotton ground, the imagery retains exceptional clarity and freshness. The vivid red thread contrasts beautifully against the white-ivory fabric, creating the bold graphic quality that has made Redwork quilts enduring favorites among collectors of American folk art and antique textiles. More than a century later, the embroidery remains remarkably crisp, demonstrating both the quality of the original workmanship and the extraordinary care this quilt has received throughout its lifetime. Rather than being densely quilted, the maker chose to construct this textile as a hand-tied comfort, filled with light-to-medium weight cotton batting and secured with vibrant red yarn ties that echo the embroidery throughout the design. This construction gives the quilt a wonderfully soft hand while allowing the embroidered artwork to remain the undisputed focal point. Equally at home in a traditional country house, a refined historic interior, or a contemporary setting where exceptional antique textiles are appreciated as works of art, this quilt possesses a timeless warmth and charm. It is both a significant example of American domestic needlework and an engaging piece of folk art that continues to delight viewers more than one hundred years after it was created. Details American Circa 1895–1910 Hand embroidered throughout in traditional redwork Original hand-tied construction Light-to-medium weight cotton batting White cotton ground with vivid red embroidery Sixty three individually embroidered pictorial blocks Features nursery scenes, birds, farm animals, wildlife, butterflies, floral motifs, alphabet letters, and “Days of the Week” figures Outstanding folk art and collector appeal Beautifully preserved antique condition Shop: Crazy Quilt Vintage Condition: An exceptionally well-preserved example. The embroidery remains crisp and vibrant with excellent color retention, while the ivory white cotton retains a fresh appearance. The quilt is structurally sound, beautifully presented, and displays wonderfully. Light, honest signs of age include several loose embroidery stitches along the border. See photos. Antique Redwork Quilt, Victorian Quilt, Embroidered Quilt, Nursery Quilt, Hand-Tied Quilt, American Folk Art, Antique Textile, Animal Motif Quilt, Children’s Quilt, Storybook Quilt, Edwardian Quilt, Historic Textile, Americana, Museum Quality Quilt, Collector Quilt, Decorative Arts, Cottage Style, Country House, Interior Designer Favorite, Handmade Quilt.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 85 in (215.9 cm)Width: 76 in (193.04 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Embroidered,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent vintage condition with several loose embroidery stitches along the border.
  • Seller Location:
    Amsterdam, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU11047250858072

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