{"product_id":"large-dated-1922-antique-crazy-quilt-77-x-80-hand-stitched-silk-velvet-folk-art-initials-t-d","title":"Large DATED 1922 Antique Crazy Quilt – 77\" x 80\" Hand-Stitched Silk \u0026 Velvet Folk Art Initials \"T.D","description":"\u003cp\u003eTrace back your history with a spectacular, collector-grade antique American Crazy Quilt featuring a rare and complete historical timestamp. Hand-embroidered directly into the stitching on the face of the quilt are the maker's initials \"T.D\" alongside the exact date: 8-17-22 (August 17, 1922).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA documented date entirely removes any guessing games regarding its history, transforming this beautiful blanket into an official record of early 1920s American folk art. This makes it an exceptional acquisition for museums, textile historians, and heirloom collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring an impressive 77\" x 80\" (approx. 6.4 ft x 6.6 ft), this quilt is significantly larger than standard lap throws of the period and works beautifully as a full\/queen bed coverlet or dramatic wall tapestry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARTISTRY \u0026amp; DETAILS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• The Provenance: Explicitly signed\/dated \"T.D 8-17-22\" in thick yellow hand-stitching, with an additional coordinating \"22\" marked on the adjacent light triangle piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• The Patchwork: Meticulously hand-pieced from a luxurious assortment of period fabrics, including jewel-toned silks, rich velvets, satins, and historic plaid\/novelty garment remnants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• The Stitchwork: Every single puzzle-like seam is beautifully accented with dense, colorful hand embroidery, showcasing highly detailed feather stitching and unique variations highlighting the borders of each patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSTYLING IDEAS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn absolute dream piece for historic home restorations, upscale interior designers, and fine folk art collectors. It displays beautifully draped over a bed, hung on a large accent wall, or styled across a primitive bench.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION REPORT:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis genuine antique textile is in highly stable condition for its age and presents magnificently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Top Face: The colors remain remarkably vibrant, bold, and striking. As is expected with authentic 100+ year-old textiles, there is minor, typical age-related wear or light splitting to some of the most delicate silk panels, but the vast majority of the heavy velvets, plaids, and dense embroidery remain structurally strong, tight, and beautifully preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Backing: Finished with a solid backing that keeps the entire multi-layered patchwork layout safe, secure, and ready for display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50560668008546,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/0978\/5442\/files\/download_3.jpg?v=1790540448","url":"https:\/\/rothschildcollection.com\/products\/large-dated-1922-antique-crazy-quilt-77-x-80-hand-stitched-silk-velvet-folk-art-initials-t-d","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}