Circa: 1930s–1940s
Size: 94”×72”
Light Weight
Pattern: Crown and Star Variation
Construction: Hand pieced & hand quilted
Fabrics: Cotton prints, ginghams & solid cottons
Description
Hand pieced and exceptionally hand quilted, this striking Crown and Star variation features bold geometric blocks set against an expansive white ground. Deep green centers are surrounded by angular red and pink points, with small touches of yellow, blue, gingham, and floral prints giving each block subtle individuality. The generous white space showcases elaborate hand quilting in grids, curves, and geometric motifs, making the quilting itself an important part of the design.
Historical Period
The fabrics and construction suggest a date of approximately the 1930s to early 1940s. Small-scale red florals, ginghams, bright solids, and scattered dress prints are consistent with cottons used during the Depression era, when makers frequently incorporated saved remnants alongside purchased yardage.
About the Pattern
The Crown and Star belongs to the broad family of geometric star patterns, combining angular pieced units to create both crown-like points and a secondary star effect. Color placement can dramatically change the appearance of the block, emphasizing either its central star or the surrounding crown forms. This example appears to be an individual Crown and Star variation, with the strong red-and-green placement giving the traditional geometry an especially bold, folk-art quality.
Condition
Good antique/vintage condition with age-related wear, scattered staining and discoloration, fading, and localized fabric deterioration. At least one red printed section shows noticeable tearing and fabric loss. Despite these imperfections, the extensive hand quilting and bold pieced design remain beautifully preserved and visually striking.
Circa: 1930s–1940s
Size: 94”×72”
Light Weight
Pattern: Crown and Star Variation
Construction: Hand pieced & hand quilted
Fabrics: Cotton prints, ginghams & solid cottons
Description
Hand pieced and exceptionally hand quilted, this striking Crown and Star variation features bold geometric blocks set against an expansive white ground. Deep green centers are surrounded by angular red and pink points, with small touches of yellow, blue, gingham, and floral prints giving each block subtle individuality. The generous white space showcases elaborate hand quilting in grids, curves, and geometric motifs, making the quilting itself an important part of the design.
Historical Period
The fabrics and construction suggest a date of approximately the 1930s to early 1940s. Small-scale red florals, ginghams, bright solids, and scattered dress prints are consistent with cottons used during the Depression era, when makers frequently incorporated saved remnants alongside purchased yardage.
About the Pattern
The Crown and Star belongs to the broad family of geometric star patterns, combining angular pieced units to create both crown-like points and a secondary star effect. Color placement can dramatically change the appearance of the block, emphasizing either its central star or the surrounding crown forms. This example appears to be an individual Crown and Star variation, with the strong red-and-green placement giving the traditional geometry an especially bold, folk-art quality.
Condition
Good antique/vintage condition with age-related wear, scattered staining and discoloration, fading, and localized fabric deterioration. At least one red printed section shows noticeable tearing and fabric loss. Despite these imperfections, the extensive hand quilting and bold pieced design remain beautifully preserved and visually striking.
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