Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
Made by Chestina Blaisdell Urann in 1861 using the "Hexagone" or "Merry Go Round" mosaic pattern. In the 1920s, the pattern became known as "Grandmother's Flower Garden." She used wool and cotton and, perhaps, silk, appliqued onto a heavy linsey/woolsey (perhaps) fabric backing.
About This Item
- Title: Urann quilt, 1861
- Creator: Chestina Blaisdell Urann
- Creation Date: 1861
- Subject Date: 1861
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Locations:
- Sullivan, Hancock County, ME
- Franklin, Hancock County, ME
- Media: Wool, cotton, silk
- Dimensions: 182 cm x 244 cm
- Local Code: 2001.73
- Object Type: Physical Object
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Standardized Subject Headings
Other Keywords
- Color image
- Comfort
- Hexagons
- Home, domestic life & personal possessions
- Museum Object
- WomanQuilts
- Women
For more information about this item, contact:
Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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