Circa: 1930s–1940s
Size: 76.5”x65”
Heavy Weight
Pattern: Four Patch with Sashing & Cornerstones
Construction: Hand pieced & hand quilted
Fabrics: Assorted printed cottons & solid cottons
Description
Hand pieced and hand quilted, this charming Four Patch quilt is built around a beautifully coordinated collection of blue, red, and white cotton prints. Large Four Patch blocks alternate polka dots, tiny florals, bold geometric motifs, and scrolling red-and-blue florals, each framed by soft blush-white sashing with deep cobalt blue cornerstones. Rather than a completely scrappy arrangement, the maker repeated a select group of fabrics throughout, giving the quilt a wonderfully cohesive rhythm and distinctly homespun character.
Historical Period
The fabrics and construction suggest a date of approximately the 1930s to early 1940s. The clear blues, small-scale florals, polka dots, and graphic red-and-navy prints are characteristic of dress and household cottons popular during this period. The restrained palette also reflects the practical tradition of quiltmakers working with available yardage, remnants, and repurposed textiles.
About the Pattern
The Four Patch is one of the oldest and most enduring American patchwork patterns, valued for its simplicity and versatility. Four squares are joined to create each larger block, allowing contrasting fabrics to form bold secondary patterns across the quilt. Here, wide sashing separates the blocks while solid blue cornerstones create a strong grid, giving this otherwise simple pattern a particularly graphic architectural quality.
Condition
Good vintage condition with age-related wear, fading, discoloration, and scattered staining consistent with age and use. The backing shows visible age toning and spotting, while the quilt top retains strong color and beautifully softened fabrics. These imperfections contribute to its authentic, well-loved antique character.
Circa: 1930s–1940s
Size: 76.5”x65”
Heavy Weight
Pattern: Four Patch with Sashing & Cornerstones
Construction: Hand pieced & hand quilted
Fabrics: Assorted printed cottons & solid cottons
Description
Hand pieced and hand quilted, this charming Four Patch quilt is built around a beautifully coordinated collection of blue, red, and white cotton prints. Large Four Patch blocks alternate polka dots, tiny florals, bold geometric motifs, and scrolling red-and-blue florals, each framed by soft blush-white sashing with deep cobalt blue cornerstones. Rather than a completely scrappy arrangement, the maker repeated a select group of fabrics throughout, giving the quilt a wonderfully cohesive rhythm and distinctly homespun character.
Historical Period
The fabrics and construction suggest a date of approximately the 1930s to early 1940s. The clear blues, small-scale florals, polka dots, and graphic red-and-navy prints are characteristic of dress and household cottons popular during this period. The restrained palette also reflects the practical tradition of quiltmakers working with available yardage, remnants, and repurposed textiles.
About the Pattern
The Four Patch is one of the oldest and most enduring American patchwork patterns, valued for its simplicity and versatility. Four squares are joined to create each larger block, allowing contrasting fabrics to form bold secondary patterns across the quilt. Here, wide sashing separates the blocks while solid blue cornerstones create a strong grid, giving this otherwise simple pattern a particularly graphic architectural quality.
Condition
Good vintage condition with age-related wear, fading, discoloration, and scattered staining consistent with age and use. The backing shows visible age toning and spotting, while the quilt top retains strong color and beautifully softened fabrics. These imperfections contribute to its authentic, well-loved antique character.
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