Fantastic Patchwork Doll Quilt-Dated and More American classic So it appears this quilt

So it appears this quilt was displayed by a previous owner/collector

this quilt was possibly not really used in its lifetime

Some minor age toning

double line hand quilting that attest to the time period as was often done at that time

Just look at the fine hand quilting

Fantastic Patchwork Doll Quilt-Dated and More American classic So it appears this quiltWhen I saw this quilt in person, it just was thrilling to see such a fine authentic little treasure. And a treasure it is. The fabrics are one for the fabric lover,,, and the tiny small piecework is another. Early cotton and silks make up this doll quilt. I look at this little quilt as one telling a story . Then looking at the back side one will find names and a date and location . A date and the words , To Mother aged 68, 1892 ,, and To Ellie ,