1880s Turkey Red Checkerboard Quilt

$298.00
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Checkerboard quilts always tug at our heartstrings a little bit extra. The simplicity, yet precision with which they are made is especially captivating
This one was made sometime in the 1880s-1900s timeframe. Made with an array of really beautiful printed turkey red cottons which compliment one another nicely.

D E T A I L S

How it’s made: Hand quilted, machine pieced

Weight: Medium

Measurements laid flat: 67” x 72”

Shown on a standard Full size bed.
If you’d like to hang your quilt, we recommend our locally made Folkling Quilt Clips!

C O N D I T I O N

Wear through top layer of fabric to batting and through batting to back layer, mostly at edges. General yellowing focused towards edges and small darker discoloration spots throughout. Back shows the same edge yellowing and general mottled discoloration.

Most importantly: Please do not cut this quilt for a coat or other project. It is too beautiful and in gorgeous condition and a work of art in and of itself. It would be tragic to cut up such a beautiful piece of textile history.

⋒ This is an antique piece, all photos have been taken in natural light and with limited editing to reflect its condition. Please keep in mind all antique pieces have little imperfections and reflect the story and charm of the piece.

⋒ This find will ship to you within one week of purchasing. International and combined shipping is available, please contact us via instagram DM at @Folkling for a personalized shipping quote.

—☽☼— All sales are final —☼☽—

We want you to love your vintage finds, so please look through the photos and read the listing description carefully and feel free to ask any and all questions before purchasing, as we do not accept returns.

Thank you for understanding!

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Checkerboard quilts always tug at our heartstrings a little bit extra. The simplicity, yet precision with which they are made is especially captivating
This one was made sometime in the 1880s-1900s timeframe. Made with an array of really beautiful printed turkey red cottons which compliment one another nicely.

D E T A I L S

How it’s made: Hand quilted, machine pieced

Weight: Medium

Measurements laid flat: 67” x 72”

Shown on a standard Full size bed.
If you’d like to hang your quilt, we recommend our locally made Folkling Quilt Clips!

C O N D I T I O N

Wear through top layer of fabric to batting and through batting to back layer, mostly at edges. General yellowing focused towards edges and small darker discoloration spots throughout. Back shows the same edge yellowing and general mottled discoloration.

Most importantly: Please do not cut this quilt for a coat or other project. It is too beautiful and in gorgeous condition and a work of art in and of itself. It would be tragic to cut up such a beautiful piece of textile history.

⋒ This is an antique piece, all photos have been taken in natural light and with limited editing to reflect its condition. Please keep in mind all antique pieces have little imperfections and reflect the story and charm of the piece.

⋒ This find will ship to you within one week of purchasing. International and combined shipping is available, please contact us via instagram DM at @Folkling for a personalized shipping quote.

—☽☼— All sales are final —☼☽—

We want you to love your vintage finds, so please look through the photos and read the listing description carefully and feel free to ask any and all questions before purchasing, as we do not accept returns.

Thank you for understanding!

Checkerboard quilts always tug at our heartstrings a little bit extra. The simplicity, yet precision with which they are made is especially captivating
This one was made sometime in the 1880s-1900s timeframe. Made with an array of really beautiful printed turkey red cottons which compliment one another nicely.

D E T A I L S

How it’s made: Hand quilted, machine pieced

Weight: Medium

Measurements laid flat: 67” x 72”

Shown on a standard Full size bed.
If you’d like to hang your quilt, we recommend our locally made Folkling Quilt Clips!

C O N D I T I O N

Wear through top layer of fabric to batting and through batting to back layer, mostly at edges. General yellowing focused towards edges and small darker discoloration spots throughout. Back shows the same edge yellowing and general mottled discoloration.

Most importantly: Please do not cut this quilt for a coat or other project. It is too beautiful and in gorgeous condition and a work of art in and of itself. It would be tragic to cut up such a beautiful piece of textile history.

⋒ This is an antique piece, all photos have been taken in natural light and with limited editing to reflect its condition. Please keep in mind all antique pieces have little imperfections and reflect the story and charm of the piece.

⋒ This find will ship to you within one week of purchasing. International and combined shipping is available, please contact us via instagram DM at @Folkling for a personalized shipping quote.

—☽☼— All sales are final —☼☽—

We want you to love your vintage finds, so please look through the photos and read the listing description carefully and feel free to ask any and all questions before purchasing, as we do not accept returns.

Thank you for understanding!