Eliza Jane Baile's "The Bride's Quilt" from Smithsonian Collection
Title: Eliza Jane Baile's "The Bride's Quilt" from Smithsonian Collection
Date: 1990's
Origin: Ohio
Material: Cotton
Dimension [INCHES]: 88" X 88"
Provenance: Commissioned by the Smithsonian between 1991 and 1993, this 100% cotton quilt is a limited reproduction of Eliza Jane Baile's original masterpiece from 1851 that resides in the National Museum of American History. Done in the classic "album quilt" style, the quilt contains 25 unique botanical panels, all done with unusual precision (especially for an import), including reverse, single, double and triple applique' as well as hand embroidered accents. It's surrounded by a red sawtooth border and outer strawberry applique border. Eliza Jane Baile, the daughter of Abner Baile (1807-1894) and Frances Pole Baile (1813-1893) was born February 13, 1832, in Maryland. According to Eliza’s obituary, her mother was a descendent of Edward III, King of England. At age nineteen, Eliza married Levi Manahan (1824-1893) on October 11, 1851. They reared eight children on a farm near Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland. She finished the quilt (of which this one is modeled after) a few months after her marriage.
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Condition Report: Excellent, clean condition, with a couple of small, faint spots and no wear. The quilt feels strong and sturdy overall.
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Title: Eliza Jane Baile's "The Bride's Quilt" from Smithsonian Collection
Date: 1990's
Origin: Ohio
Material: Cotton
Dimension [INCHES]: 88" X 88"
Provenance: Commissioned by the Smithsonian between 1991 and 1993, this 100% cotton quilt is a limited reproduction of Eliza Jane Baile's original masterpiece from 1851 that resides in the National Museum of American History. Done in the classic "album quilt" style, the quilt contains 25 unique botanical panels, all done with unusual precision (especially for an import), including reverse, single, double and triple applique' as well as hand embroidered accents. It's surrounded by a red sawtooth border and outer strawberry applique border. Eliza Jane Baile, the daughter of Abner Baile (1807-1894) and Frances Pole Baile (1813-1893) was born February 13, 1832, in Maryland. According to Eliza’s obituary, her mother was a descendent of Edward III, King of England. At age nineteen, Eliza married Levi Manahan (1824-1893) on October 11, 1851. They reared eight children on a farm near Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland. She finished the quilt (of which this one is modeled after) a few months after her marriage.
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $40.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination. International shipping may be subject to VAT.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from Ohio
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition Report: Excellent, clean condition, with a couple of small, faint spots and no wear. The quilt feels strong and sturdy overall.
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