Antique Mourning Quilt - Mary Schafer

Antique Mourning Quilt - Mary Schafer
Antique Mourning Quilt measuring 80x94". This quilt is from the Mary Schafer Collection. She was the quilter and collector from the book Mary Schafer - American Quilt Maker by Gwen Marston. Quilt is comprised of 154 5.5" squares, with half antique mourning prints, and the other half a light floral print. There is a 2.5" inner border on 3 sides, and a 6.5" dark print outer border. It is hand and machine pieced and hand quilted. Thin polyester batting and off white reverse. The edge has an applied off white binding, by hand. There is a sleeve on the back for hanging. MARY SCHAFER: AMERICAN QUILT MAKER p 148: “Always fascinated with the unusual, when she found the Mourning Quilt she was glad to add it to her collection. Mary thinks this quilt, with its simple design and somber color, may be a traditional funeral cover. Her label attached to the back of the quilt reads as follows: ‘Mourning Quilt Top made by Eliza Andrews Fairchilds, East Jordan, MI. c. 1875-1900. Assembled and completed by MVS, Flushing June 3, 1983.’” Photo on pg 147. It is in good condition with one small spot and a repair noted. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of important Quilt History! This quilt has been professionally appraised and reflected in our estimate. In house Flat Rate Shipping of $25 is a domestic shipping estimate for first quilt and includes insurance. We will gladly combine multiple lots for your convenience and economy. Each additional quilt or quilt top we can pack in the same box is $5 each. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.