Bidspirit auction | American Calico 'Mariner's Compass' Pieced

American Calico 'Mariner's Compass' Pieced Counterpane Quilt, Mid 19th Century - An American Calico 'Mariner's Compass' Pieced Counterpane Quilt, Mid 19th Century Comprising twenty-eight hand pieced cotton blocks, hand quilted throughout at 6 stitches per inch. With horizontal sleeve to reverse for wall hanging. Dimensions: Dimensions approximately 83 x 71in. Provenance: From a Manhattan Collection.  Condition: Wear commensurate with age and use. Heavy scattered staining and discolorations throughout. Scattered shattered fabrics and losses throughout.