Bidspirit auction | TWO COVERLETS

TWO COVERLETS - Two coverlets: the first, Coshocton Co., Ohio, c. 1840s. Attributed to D. White. A jacquard coverlet in blue and white. Centerfield with foliate star in grid offset with floral medallions with sunflowers or poppies. Border with poppies and foliage, doubled on sides. Corner blocks signed ”D.L WEST CARLISLE OHIO.” Fringed on three sides. Two sides not joined at center seam. David Lawson (c. 1790-1862) was active in West Carlisle, an uncorporated community in Pike Twp, from around 1843 through the 1850 census. Most of his children and grandchildren became doctors, pharmacists, and dentists in the area. 85” long, each side 39” wide (approx. 78” wide total) w/o fringe; together with a signed and dated coverlet: American, 1845. A jacquard coverlet in indigo and white. Centerfield features rows of 32-point compass roses offset by birds among flowers and acorns. Greek key borders inside and out. Side borders contain distelfink (birds and rose trees). Bottom border contains grapevine. Corner blocks signed ”John Geiser (difficult to read, possibly a customer name) 45.” Formerly fringed on three sides with center seam. 94” long, 65” wide w/o fringe. Provenance: The Collection of the late Dr. Virginia Gunn, Wooster, Ohio. NOTE: We are happy to answer questions and take additional photos of lots prior to the auction (the sooner submitted the better). Any updates or new photographs will be posted to the catalog on our website. Please check there prior to placing bids to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information. SHIPPING: We offer in-house shipping on all lots in this auction. Please see the terms for more information and contact us for a packing/shipping estimate. Condition: Ohio coverlet: Significant weave and fringe loss, holes. Wear and tear to edges. Discoloration and staining along fold lines. Not joined at center seam. 1845 coverlet: Significant fringe loss. Overall toning and discoloration, especially along seam and edges. Tears and wear along edges. Some weave damage.