Calico Tumbler Quilt; Circa 1880; Penn.

Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Linens and Lace Pre 1900: item #131945

This is an unusual pattern done with a wonderful variety of 1880's calico fabrics. Thumbnails show many of them clearly including several of cheater's cloth. The light spot on the upper left border of the overall image is on the photo only; it is not a spot on the quilt.It is in unwashed condition. Backing is muslin. The size; pattern and variety of fabrics would make this a wonderful wall hanging. It measures 66" x 72". Pennsylvania origin.

Pineapple Log Cabin Quilt; Circa 1870; Pa.

Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Quilts Pre 1900: item #128656

This pattern is known as either Windmill Blades or Pineapple Log Cabin. It is always a pattern with a lot of movement but particularly so with this well balanced example. Made of a rich variety of 1870's calico fabrics enhanced by the solid red border. Pennsylvania origin; measures 73" x 76".

Chevrons Log Cabin Quilt; Circa 1880; Pa.

Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Quilts Pre 1900: item #128652

This is an extremely unusual and bold variation of the Log Cabin pattern surrounded by a fabulous piano key border. Calico fabrics of the 1870's and 80's. Adams County, Pennsylvania origin. Measures 82" square.

Reversible Triangles Quilt; Md.; Ca. 1900;

Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Quilts Pre 1900: item #128646

This Thousand Pyramids or Triangles quilt is made in an unusual way. Most reversible quilts are two independent tops that are quilted together. In this example, the triangles on the front and back are sewn together, making the same pattern on either side. Made primarily of wool with some cotton flannel. Interesting quilting pattern in the border. Circa 1890; New Windsor, Maryland origin. Measures 76" x 86"

Mennonite Wool Fans Quilt; Circa 1890; Pa.

Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Quilts Pre 1900: item #128642

A maroon velvet border surrounds this Mennonite wool Fans quilt. Effective interplay of light and dark colors is heightened by the yellow embroidery. Has several different black background fabrics. Pennsylvania origin; circa 1890. Measures 66" x 68", a wonderful size for a throw or a wall hanging. Background color may appear to be navy blue in the photos but it is actually black.

Wild Goose Chase Quilt; Circa 1870; Penn.

Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Quilts Pre 1900: item #128638

The patterns, fabrics and condition make this a real treasure. Pristine, unwashed Wild Goose Chase quilt surrounded by a different formation of Wild Goose Chase border. Streak of Lightning is formed as a secondary pattern by the sashing. Signed "Mary C. Barrick" stencilled in ink, visible in one of the close-ups. Pennsylvania origin; circa 1870. Measures 78" x 100.

Ocean Waves Quilt; Circa 1880, Penn.

Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Quilts Pre 1900: item #124792

Well pieced Ocean Waves pattern done on a stunning forest green ground.Small triangles make up the waves that are a lively combination of light and dark calico fabrics. Has never been washed and is clean but shows several very slight fade lines. Measures 70" x 87". Pennsylvania origin; circa 1880.

Fence Rail Quilt; Circa 1920; Maryland

Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Quilts Pre 1920: item #123665

Pristine, unwashed Fence Rail pattern made in Maryland; circa 1920. Interesting quilting pattern of circles in the border. Reminiscent of nautical flags. Measures 82 " square.

Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Quilt, Ca. 1880

Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Quilts Pre 1900: item #123652

This heavy wool quilt is unusual in that it is both tied and quilted. Nice small scale logs done in a beautiful color combination and framed by two interesting borders. Pristine condition. Circa 1880; Pennsylvania origin. Measures 72 " square.

Barnraising Log Cabin Quilt; Ca. 1890; Pa.

Antiques: Decorative Art: Textiles: Quilts Pre 1900: item #123603

Very strong Barnraising pattern framed by a wonderful chevron border. Made primarily of men's wool suiting fabrics. The backing is an unusual Oriental motif cotton print making the quilt totally reversible.Excellent condition.Circa 1890. Measures 64" x 70". Pennsylvania origin.