March Antique & Vintage Quilt & Textile Auction

Vintage c1930 African American Chisholm Trail Quilt

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Start price: $10

Estimated price: $200 - $400

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Description

Vintage c1930 African American Chisholm Trail Quilt, 63×82″, made by a field hand’s wife of Backwood’s Plantation, Harrison County, TX. It is comprised of 72 blocks, 8 by 8 inches, set straight, 8 by 9, with 2 to 5 inch feed sack print borders along 3 sides. It is hand and machine pieced, and hand quilted. Thick cotton batting and a gold and grey floral print reverse. The edge is finished with the back brought to the front and applied by hand.


Condition report:

It is in good condition with a few discolorations and minor fading, and a few seams coming undone. 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 $5-10 each. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.