DepartmentTextiles-United States & Canada
Broderie Perse or Chintz quilt
NameQuilt
Maker
Esther Austin
Date1790-1820
Place madeLynchburg, Virginia, United States, North America
Mediumcotton, silk
Dimensions95 1/4 x 86 7/16 in. (242 x 219.5 cm)
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.1974.41.1
DescriptionThe type commonly known as "Broderie Perse" or "Chintz" quilt. Solid off white background with appliqued chintz designs in blues, reds, and green primarily. Along edges are large floral and fruit motifs. Many motifs are embroidered over in silk or cotton. They are unhemmed.
1928 - 1935
Mid 20th Century AD
c. 1915
