Antique 1930s Dresden Plate Quilt Hand Quilted Feed Sack Cotton 63 x 73
by Judy Moore
$49.95
Authentic period handmade Dresden Plate quilt, likely dating to the 1930s to early 1940s. The varied pastel florals, checks, stripes and small prints have the characteristic Depression era scrap quilt appearance, with extensive hand quilting throughout. Details Pattern: Dresden Plate Era: Likely 1930s to early 1940s Construction: Pieced and appliqued quilt top Quilting: Hand quilted Material: Cotton fabrics with cotton batting likely Fabrics: Assorted period cotton prints including likely feed sack and dress fabric scraps Ground: Warm cream cotton Backing: Solid cream cotton Border: Pieced multicolor scrap border Size: Approximately 63 x 73 inches Maker: Unknown Origin: Likely American Design: Approximately 20 Dresden Plate motifs in varied sizes and fabric combinations Condition Poor to fair antique condition. Significant age and use wear including open and deteriorated areas along the borders, fabric loss, exposed batting, fraying, loose threads, scattered staining and discoloration. Slight mothball odor is present. Interior quilt field remains substantially intact. Photos should be considered part of the condition description. Best marketed as an authentic timeworn textile for…