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What is African American quilting?
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African American quilting has roots in history during slavery and was a way for African American women to bond. The quilts themselves tell stories of history, teach lessons and are beacons of hope. Shop a collection of African American quilts from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The history of African-American quilting stretches back almost as far as the beginning of the United States itself. The craft began with slave women quilting on plantations and after emancipation, the tradition of quilting continued. Today, there are many African American quilters who are inspired by a number of different quilting traditions. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of African-American quilts from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Early 20th Century African American Crazy Quilt
Located in Barrington, IL
This extraordinary African American crazy quilt, hand-pieced and embroidered in the early 1900s, is
Category
Early 20th Century American Quilts
Materials
Wool, Cotton
An American Civil War Era African American Southern Quilt From the Deep South
Located in Barrington, IL
, adding a distinctive visual contrast.
Quilts like this—made by African Americans in the Reconstruction
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Antique Late 19th Century American Quilts
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century American Applique Quilt
Located in Barrington, IL
Quilts, Hand Stitched Quilts, Southern Quilts, African American Quilts, Gee’s Bend Quilts, Vintage
Category
Antique 19th Century American Quilts
Materials
Cotton
19th Century Hand Stitched American Amish Crib Quilt in Pink, Ivory, Navy Blue
Located in Barrington, IL
, Hand Stitched Quilts, Southern Quilts, African American Quilts, Vintage Handwoven Tapestries, Handwoven
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Quilts
Materials
Cotton
19th Century Hand Stitched American Silk Quilt
Located in Barrington, IL
, Southern Quilts, African American Quilts, Gee’s Bend Quilts, Handwoven Tapestry, Handwoven, Handcrafted
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Quilts
Materials
Fabric, Silk
19th Century American Applique Quilt in Southern Tulip Pattern
Located in Barrington, IL
, Hand Stitched Quilts, Southern Quilts, African American Quilts, Gee’s Bend Quilts, Vintage Handwoven
Category
Antique 19th Century American Quilts
Materials
Cotton
