A very unusual album quilt in my collection -part of my Antique Quilt Masterpieces show.
Circa 1850 most likely from Maryland. Center is this intricate block with the fraternal organization: Internal Order of Odd Fellows symbols.
The full quilt - laurel leaf blocks are often seen in Baltimore Albums and the intricate double flap border is also a sign of Maryland origin. If you've seen some
Specialization 3: South Vs. North
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*The Waltham Mills of Waltham, Massachusetts about 1815*
About 1813 Francis Cabot Lowell, Patrick Tracy Jackson & Nathan Appleton
purchased a paper mil...
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