Broderie Perse or Chintz quilt

NameQuilt

Artist or maker Esther Austin

Date1790-1820

Place madeLynchburg, Virginia, United States, North America

Mediumcotton, silk

Dimensions95 1/4 x 86 7/16 in. (242 x 219.5 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection

Object numberFA.1974.41.1

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DescriptionThe type commonly known as "Broderie Perse" or "Chintz" quilt. Solid off white background with appliqued chintz designs in blues, reds, and green primarily. Along edges are large floral and fruit motifs. Many motifs are embroidered over in silk or cotton. They are unhemmed.