Bidspirit auction | 1841 J. Slusser Canton Stark

1841 J. Slusser Canton Stark County Coverlet - This is an American Jacquard woven coverlet produced in 1841. The textile is a single panel constructed with a blue and white natural color palette, typically woven from a blend of wool and cotton. The central field features a recurring Lush Rose medallion pattern surrounded by eight-pointed stars and secondary floral elements. The side borders are decorated with rows of Federal eagles perched on stylized trees, while the top and bottom borders show a repeating architectural motif of Federal-style buildings, possibly courthouses. The edges are finished with a blue yarn fringe on the top and bottom and a self-fringe on the vertical sides. The lower corners contain woven signature blocks. One side features a woven blue block with white text that reads J + M + SLUSSER, CANTON, STARK, COUNTY, OHIO 1841. The reverse side of the corner block shows the identical text in mirror image.