Fall Antique & Vintage Quilt & Textile Auction
Lot 72:
Description
Antique c1860 Crown of Thorns Quilt believed to have been made by Caroline “Carrie” S Ellis born in Taunton, Bristol, MA. It measures 74 by 90 inches. It is comprised of 20 blocks, 14.5 by 14.5 inches, set straight, 4 by 5, with 1.5 green print stashing, inner border and a 4.5 inch white border with appliquéd undulating vine and leaf on 3 borders. It is hand pieced, hand appliquéd, and hand quilted. There is thin cotton batting and a white cotton reverse the edge is finished with an applied red fabric binding, by machine. The name Carrie S Ellis is hand stenciled in Inc. on the reverse twice. It is in good condition with a few small spots, and large faint yellow discolorations, and one seam is coming undone. The quilt comes with some provenance with family history and ancestry research. From a NJ collector and historian. 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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