Ohio Star
Unidentified Quilt Maker
Circa 1840
90 x 106 inches
Found in New Hampshire
An early "blanket of stars" composed of 42 pieced Ohio Star blocks alternating with an un-pieced squares of a striped print. Slightly darker hues of the Stars create a subtle cross in the center.
The beautiful printed fabrics throughout are all-cotton and fully intact. There is some light staining visible upon close inspection. A quiet quilt which is thin, lightweight and of a generous size. Hand quilted.