Dana Auctions June Quilt & Textile Auction

Antique Cutwork Chintz Excelsior Farm Quilt 1840

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Start price: $10

Estimated price: $800 - $1,200

Buyer's premium: 18%

Antique cutwork chintz or broderie perse applique medallion quilt measuring 84 x 86 inches. Center features the word “EXCELSIOR” appliqued above what appears to be a farm with farmers, woman of the house, dog, chickens, cows, and a horse. Several chintz flowers are appliqued around it, surrounded by a wreath of larger chintz appliqued flowers and an additional border of chintz appliqued flowers on branches. It is hand pieced, hand appliqued, and densely hand quilted. Thin cotton batting with off white cotton reverse. The triple scalloped edge is finished with 1/4 inch binding applied by hand. The quilt was purchased in 1999 from the estate of Alice Hobbie from Newark, NJ. Brief research shows an Excelsior Dairy farm in Jersey City, which this quilt may have possibly been from. The quilt is in fair condition with overall toning, small spots, and overall fading in the chintz from being washed by a previous owner. We do our best to describe all items in detail and provide pictures. If you have any doubt, please ask questions! We will provide extra pictures, or can schedule an in person or video conference preview at your convenience. In house Flat Rate Shipping of $25 is a domestic shipping estimate. We will gladly combine multiple lots for your convenience and economy. Depending on how many lots we can pack, it may cost an additional $5. One quilt is $25, 2 quilts $30, 3 quilts $35 as long as they ship in the same box. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.