Rare Philaedelphia Signed Candlewick Bedspread
Title: RARE PHILADELPHIA SIGNED CANDLEWICK BEDSPREAD
Maker: signed in raised lettering at the bottom: owner's name William and Jane Stuart
Origin: Philadelphia
Date: c. mid 19th century
Materials: cotton
Dimensions: 97" x 107" (fits king bed)
Provenance/Additional Info: Fantastic to have the name of the married couple woven in to the coverlet along the bottom portion, a rare find in this type of work. Called candlewick, though this is woven on a loom, not embroidered as in true candlewicks. All details are raised and three dimensional, including classic motifs and configuration seen in this type of work. Perhaps a wedding gift, genealogy possible not done yet. This type of woven candlewick is characterized by its raised motifs all over mostly geometric like stars; some are traditional elements; rare is the weaving in of the complete names of the recipients/owners the Stuarts.
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Location: This item ships from New York.
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Condition Report: In nearly excellent condition with one "catch", a rare early large size
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Title: RARE PHILADELPHIA SIGNED CANDLEWICK BEDSPREAD
Maker: signed in raised lettering at the bottom: owner's name William and Jane Stuart
Origin: Philadelphia
Date: c. mid 19th century
Materials: cotton
Dimensions: 97" x 107" (fits king bed)
Provenance/Additional Info: Fantastic to have the name of the married couple woven in to the coverlet along the bottom portion, a rare find in this type of work. Called candlewick, though this is woven on a loom, not embroidered as in true candlewicks. All details are raised and three dimensional, including classic motifs and configuration seen in this type of work. Perhaps a wedding gift, genealogy possible not done yet. This type of woven candlewick is characterized by its raised motifs all over mostly geometric like stars; some are traditional elements; rare is the weaving in of the complete names of the recipients/owners the Stuarts.
Shipping:
Domestic: Flat-rate of $40.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined by destination.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from New York.
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: In nearly excellent condition with one "catch", a rare early large size
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