[Rarebooks] FS: Dating Tips for Quilt Lovers

Joslin Hall Rare Books office at joslinhall.com
Wed Oct 9 08:19:42 EDT 2013


(it's a guide to guessing quilt age; why, what did you think i meant?)

TITLE: “Clues in the Calico. A Guide to Identifying and Dating Antique
Quilts”

By Barbara Brackman.
Published by EPM Publications in 1989.

DISCUSSION: "The system unveiled here for dating heirloom quilts is based
upon five characteristics- fabric, style, color, technique, and pattern.
In recounting the method's evolution, which involved the examination of
900 date-inscribed specimens, Brackman imparts a colorful history of quilt
making." An extremely helpful book which includes the following chapters:

- The Quilt Detective
- An Overview of American Quiltmaking
- Clues in Fiber and Fabrics
- Clues in Color and Dyes
- Clues in Cotton Prints
- Clues in Techniques
- Clues in Style
- Clues in Patterns

DESCRIPTION: Softcover. 8.5"x11", 200 pages, black & white and color
illustrations.

CONDITION NOTES: The covers have some light wear and soil. The book
interior has some minor soil, and a bookplate.

PRICE: $85 -

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