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Documentation of Swedish Patchwork Quilts: 1830 to 1929

Susan L. Rikert

Department of Merchandising, Environmental Design and Consumer Economics, Box 41162, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409-1162

Shelley S. Harp

Department of Merchandising, Environmental Design and Consumer Economics, Box 41162, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409-1162

Patricia E. Horridge

Department of Merchandising, Environmental Design and Consumer Economics, Box 41162, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409-1162

JoAnn L. Shroyer

Department of Merchandising, Environmental Design and Consumer Economics, Box 41162, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409-1162

Patchwork quilts are recognized as a valid data source for historical research and are no longer deemed important solely for artistic workmanship and aesthetic value. The purpose of this research was to record and interpret data concerning Swedish patchwork quilts dated between 1830 and 1929. Forty-three dated patchwork quilts identified in 31 Swedish museum collections were examined on site. Characteristics utilized for systematic quilt documentation were design, textile, construction, and surface embellishment. Data indicated that all-over style, diamond shape, and Star pattern were the most frequent designs. Quilt fabrics were primarily a solid color, silk and cotton fibers, and plain weave. Hand sewn top sections and hand quilting around quilt blocks were the predominant quilt construction methods, with the greatest number of quilts without surface embellishment. Patchwork quilts studied reflected Sweden's industrial advancements, economic growth and decline, social conditions, and national pride across the time line investigated.

Key Words: Key Words: quilts • patchwork quilts • Sweden.

Clothing and Textiles Research Journal, Vol. 17, No. 3, 134-143 (1999)
DOI: 10.1177/0887302X9901700304
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