Antique & Vintage Quilt Collection of Bobbie Aug
Lot 42:
Description
Antique c1900 Pickle Dish Quilt measuring 69 by 77″. Comprised of 9 blocks, 18.5 by 19 inches, set straight, 3 by 3, with 4 inch solid green sashing and melon cornerstones, possibly Congo red. There is a 6 inch green border on the top and bottom. Each of the Pickle Dish rings measure about 15 inches in diameter and is pieced into a bright orange ground. It is hand pieced and hand quilted in Baptist Fan motifs. There is thick cotton batting and a green cotton reverse. The edge is finished with and applied green binding, by machine. It is in fair condition with overall fading to the green, several spots, and a small tear along and edge on the back. Possibly a Southern Quilt. There is a sleeve attached to the back along the top of the quilt. From the Estate of Bobbie Aug. Bobbie Aug was a well known and regarded quilt historian, author, appraiser, and quilter for over a half a century. She was also an antique quilt dealer and quilt store co- owner and judge. Most notable is her work on the American Quilter’s Society Quilt Appraiser Certification Committee and her early involvement in the Professional Association of Appraisers-Quilted Textiles. If you have any doubt, please ask questions! We will provide extra pictures, or can schedule an in person or video conference preview at your convenience. In house Flat Rate Shipping of $30 is a domestic shipping estimate for first lot and includes insurance. We will gladly combine multiple lots for your convenience and economy. Each additional lot we can pack in the same box is $5 each. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or for an International Shipping Quote BEFORE the auction.
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