Lot Number:
20
Item Location:
Broomfield
Preview Date/Time:
Online photos
Pickup Date/Time:
June 29-30 10:00am-4:00pm
Start Date/Time:
06/21/26, 7:00 AM
End Date/Time:
06/28/26, 7:20:00 PM
Description:
This is a charming antique tied comforter quilt executed in a classic Nine Patch block pattern, dating to approximately 1900-1930 based on the fabric selections and construction methods observed. The quilt is constructed from a wide variety of period cotton and wool fabrics including indigo-dyed blue shirting, brown woven wool sashing, striped ticking fabrics in gold and tan, pink printed cottons, sage green woven textiles, and cream/muslin solids — all hallmarks of early 20th century American utilitarian quiltmaking using salvaged dress and shirting fabrics. The sashing and setting fabric appears to be a brown woven wool or wool-blend, creating a strong graphic grid that frames each Nine Patch block, while the tying is accomplished with blue yarn knots placed at each block intersection — a practical finishing method common to farmhouse and prairie-style comforters of this era. The quilt appears to be full to queen size, estimated approximately 70 x 80 inches based on its coverage of a full bed, and has a thick batting suggesting wool or cotton batt fill typical of the period. One photo reveals what appears to be a small red fabric label or tag on the side edge, which may indicate a maker or laundry mark worth closer inspection. Condition is rated Good for age: the quilt shows honest wear consistent with 90-120 years of use including overall fabric softening and light fading, some areas of fabric thinning particularly in the lighter muslin patches, minor soiling and age toning throughout, and a few patches showing slight fraying at edges. The blue yarn ties remain largely intact. No major tears or losses are visible. A wonderful example of American folk textile tradition, highly collectible and displayable.