Bidspirit auction | A 20th Century Sunbonnet Sue

A 20th Century Sunbonnet Sue 'Parasol Lady' Appliqué Quilt - A 20th Century Sunbonnet Sue 'Parasol Lady' Appliqué Quilt. This handmade textile quilt is executed in an appliqué folk art style. The front features a grid of twelve squares, arranged in three rows of four, each with an off-white background. Within each square is a stylized figure of a woman or girl holding an umbrella or parasol. These figures are composed of various patterned and solid fabric pieces in a vibrant palette including reds, blues, oranges, greens, and yellows, secured with visible black or dark-colored blanket stitching. Some appliqué edges exhibit intentional fraying, a characteristic of the style. The individual blocks are bordered by a solid red fabric sashing and a matching outer border. The reverse side is a light, likely cream or pale pink, fabric with visible grid quilting. No visible text or markings are present.