Antique American redwork quilt dating to approximately 1910–1930
Measures approximately 80” x 80”
Constructed in a classic red and white color palette
Features numerous hand-embroidered redwork motifs scattered throughout the white field
Embroidered designs include children, animals, flowers, a rooster, horse, fisherman and other charming pictorial scenes
Several motifs incorporate words and sentimental sayings, including “Lead Kindly Light,” “Scatter Seeds of Kindness,” and “The Lord Is My Shepherd”
Embroidery appears to have been worked from period transfer or stamped patterns, a popular form of needlework during the early 20th century
Finished with a wide solid red inner border and white outer border
Entire quilt is densely hand quilted with a combination of diagonal crosshatching, circular/rosette motifs and other decorative quilting designs
Red binding finishes the outer edge
Lightweight to medium-weight construction with the wonderful soft texture and puckering associated with an old hand-quilted textile
Overall condition is very good for its age with expected signs of use and age
One small localized area of fabric loss is present in the white ground near an embroidered fisherman motif, exposing the darker interior layer beneath; surrounding fabric remains intact
Minor age-related discoloration, faint spotting and general surface wear may be present throughout
Embroidery remains remarkably strong with good red color and detail
No major tears or widespread fabric loss noted
A beautiful example of early American decorative needlework and a striking piece for use on a bed, folded over a chair or bench, displayed on a quilt rack, or hung as textile art
