"Tumbling Blocks" Pieced Quilt
About
Antique pieced quilt. "Tumbling Blocks," Pennsylvania, circa 1885. 1000 of diamond-shaped pieces have been carefully organized by color and pattern to form this showpiece. A virtual catalog of period fabrics were sewn into this spread; even the backing is of an exceptionally interesting print of abstract egg shapes on a linear grid. Graphic quilts of this quality require an advanced level of needlework by the maker to achieve success. The optic effect is spectacular, with blocks "tumbling" on blocks and, if you look carefully, you will also see stars-"Variable Stars" that is. Each of the four sides of each diamond measures one inch. This extraordinary quilt has survived for over a century in mint condition.
Details
- Production timeAvailable Now
- Of the Period
- Place of origin
- Date of manufacturecirca 1880
- Period
- Materials and techniques
- ConditionExcellent
- Dimensions
H 88 in. x W 72 in. x D 0.07 in.
H 223.52 cm x W 182.88 cm x D 1.78 mm
- Seller locationNew York, NY
- Reference numberLU84223452742
Shipping, Returns & Payment
- Shipping
Global Shipping Available
View all shipping quotes - Return Policy
This item can be returned within 3 days of delivery.
View details
- Online Payment Methods1stdibs accepts the following payment methods
- Item InvoiceGenerate an invoice that you can customize and print.
About the Seller
No Reviews Yet
Vetted
1stdibs seller since 2008
Typical response time: 2 hrs
Located in New York, NY
You may also contact the seller by phoneCall seller through 1stdibs
More From This Seller
"Schoolhouse" pieced antique quilt.
Early 20th Century American Quilts
Cotton
Antique Pieced Quilt: " Feathered Stars"
Antique 19th Century Quilts
"Variable Stars" Pieced Antique Quilt.
Antique 19th Century American Quilts
Cotton
"Zig-Zag Rainbow" Pieced Quilt.
Antique 19th Century American Quilts
Cotton
You May Also Like
Tumbling Blocks in Bars Quilt
Antique 19th Century American Quilts
Cotton
1920s Amish Rare Cradle Quilt/Tumbling Blocks
$895 Sale Price
60% Off
1920s Amish Rare Cradle Quilt/Tumbling Blocks
Unknown
20th Century American Folk Art Quilts and Blankets
Wool
Antique Crazy Quilt Pieced Quilt Top
Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Quilts
Silk, Velvet
Highly Pieced Center Medallion Quilt
Antique 1870s American Quilts
Cotton
Antique Log Cabin Barn Raising Pieced Silk Quilt
Antique Late 19th Century Irish Victorian Quilts
Cotton, Silk
Vintage Handmade Star Quilt
Unknown
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Quilts and Blankets
Cotton
Quilt, Applique Album Quilt, 1935
$1,495 Sale Price
21% Off
Quilt, Applique Album Quilt, 1935
Unknown
20th Century American Country Quilts
Cotton
Why Shop on 1stdibs?
Only Vetted, Professional Sellers
Buyer Protection Guaranteed
Fully Insured Global Deliveries