Mid-20th Century Handmade American Square Quilt

A vintage American folk Hook rug in a small room size format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 7' 10" x 9' 10".

An antique American Hook Rug handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 3' 4" x 4' 7"

An antique American Hook Rug handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 2' 11" x 3' 3"

A modern Turkish flat-weave Kilim large room size carpet handmade during the 21st century inspired by vintage Swedish / Scandinavian Kilims from the mid-20th century period. Measu...

An early 20th century pieces square patchwork quilt. Consisting of multi colored pieced squares. Pennsylvania, early 1900s.

Experience the charm and ingenuity of traditional American craftsmanship with this stunning Pennsylvania Dutch pieced quilt, hand-sewn in the late 1800s. Featuring the classic “Parad...

A beautiful and rare antique American Mennonite quilt, country of origin: America, circa 1860. Size: 5 ft 3 in x 5 ft 6 in (1.6 m x 1.68 m) This rare, Mennonite antique America quilt from the 1860’s is a real treasure, as there are few that have survived. The Mennonites are a branch of the Amish community that broke off in the 1860’s over disagreements with the Old Order Amish. The Amish are a group of Pennsylvania Dutch immigrants to America who are known for adherence to strict religious beliefs and conservative views. Their women are notably known for their skill in quilt making. This brightly colored quilt is in what is known as the log cabin pattern. The squares are made from strips of fabric stacked in a way similar to the stacking of logs used to make a log home. This particular arrangement of colors is known as “streak of lightening” and is a popular Mennonite design. This pattern alternates light and dark diagonal rows of color. The border creates a whimsical frame to the pattern. These magnificent antique American quilts were often made from scraps or clothing that had worn out its usefulness. The Mennonites were known for their thriftiness and traditions that emphasized gratitude for the gifts one had been given. These designs were not haphazard and required tremendous amounts of planning and thought. The scraps would be collected and then the colors would be arranged. Finally, the pieces would be cut and stitched together with precision to make a top. Next a fluffy, warm stuffing would be sandwiched between a backing and the top. This would be hand stitched to accentuate the design and to keep the stuffing from shifting during use. This antique Mennonite quilt...

This fine quilt looks like a painting. Its multi pieces are all a collage of many different fabrics. The condition is very good and it has been prof. laundered.