Gallery 1:
EARLY MARYLAND QUILTS

"Mary Land" named for Queen Henrietta Maria of 17th-century England, was principally settled by English people. Not surprisingly, the design of most early 19th-century Maryland quilts and bedcovers reflects their English counterparts. Most incorporate designs appliquéd in a central medallion on a white ground. The patterns came from chintz fabric "pictures" that were often cut from pieces of material specifically purchased for such purposes and then stitched or embroidered to the quilt top. This technique is called broderie perse. The album quilter later used this idea.

CONTINUE TOUR

 BACK

MHS Home | Annual Fund
Civil War Museum
Calendar of Events
Current Exhibitions Current Exhibitions | Directions
Education | Girl Scout Programs
Image Reproduction | Hours
Internships | Job Opportunities
Library | Library Collections
Digitized Collections | Museum
Museum Collections | Press
Catalog of Books | School Programs
Teachers' Resources | Volunteer

© 2004 Maryland Historical Society - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Internet Management - WEBNETT

On-line Quilt Exhibit created by Connectioneers, Inc.