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Sun, Apr 11, 2021 10:00AM EDT
Lot 733

Rare New Jersey Pictorial Quilt

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

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Rare and possibly unique pictorial quilt. Made by Jane Ann Bidwell (1799-1865), Jersey City, New Jersey. Applique with trapunto. The four distinct quadrants beginning at the outer corners depicting trees with fruit, foliage and birds. Flowering vines terminate with fruit-filled baskets and cornucopias. Interspersed are many appliqued birds, owl, roosters, dogs and berries executed in trapunto. Very good condition with bright colors. Some light staining. Circa 1840. 79" x 90". Please refer to link for hi res photos. https://www.dropbox.com/sh/xbfbailzzibqpok/AAC9gn5gHLwl9BZjC3MMCxUva?dl=0