Early 1840/50’s Indigo Mariners Compass Quilt vintage quilt This classic Dresden Plate quilt

This classic Dresden Plate quilt

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The dimensions on this great collectible blanket are  61x76 inches

The fine wool fabrics and the depth of colors make this a standout

Early 1840/50’s Indigo Mariners Compass Quilt vintage quilt This classic Dresden Plate quiltThis outstanding early Mariners Compass quilt with the garden maze setting is a striking pattern and this quilt was made so long ago without the many conveniences todays quilt maker has available. The compasses are small and spiky. This early New York quilt is hand quilted and hand pieced. The early rich indigo with chrome overlay is such a representation of that time. A circa 1840 50s quilt. The edge, or binding is done is the early style called a