Star of Bethlehem Quilt
- Cotton
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93 x 73 in
(236.22 x 185.42 cm)
- Unknown Artist
One of the most recognizable and oldest quilt patterns in America. Also known for various names; Lone Star, the Mathematical Star, Morning Star, and Star of the East. This hand pieced and hand quilted Star of Bethlehem dated to c. 1890. You can still see the pencil markings on it used for the quilting. The colors are cheddar, turkey red, and indigo.
Techniques: Hand pieced, hand quilted
Culture: American
Geographic Location: North and Central America, United States
Credit Line: Gift of Zoa M. Waide, and William Green
- Subject Matter: Art Quilt
- Created: c. 1890
- Inventory Number: 1998.250.001