A large section from an antique 'eight point stars' hand sewn quilt top. This quilt
top was made and stored away, the cottons are still have that new 'crisp cotton
feel'. A good sized piece that could be made into a wall hanging, used in other
craft items, or kept as an example of American patchwork history.Age - Circa late 1800's. Where from - Virginia. Hand
Sewn - Yes. Materials Used - A stunning black and white laurel leaf print in the border, the print is so
graphic and precise, and the patchwork blocks are various cottons typical of
this era, with a white calico with a tiny red print. Measurements -
Approximately 40 inches by 40 inches. Fraying - No. Holes - A couple of tiny holes. Stains - The unstable dyes used all those years
ago have created foxing of the pink fabric - you can see where the colour has
bled into the surrounding cottons. The stripey material in one block also has fabric foxing of the brown dye. Washed - No. Notes -
The section does not spread completely flat, if this had been quilted, this
would have been taken up by the batting. Postage on this piece will be £2.50
