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Authentic Antique H or I 1880s Quilt Top

$85.00

From the farmlands of York County Pennsylvania, this authentic early 1880s antique quilt top features a wonderful sampler design and and great fabrics of the late 19th century.

Availability: 1 in stock

Is it an H or an I? You can decide but when placed longways on the bed, it is an “I” 🙂

Measures 78″ long x 60″ wide

Blocks measure 6 x 6″ square

Pieced by hand

Someone has washed this one, which is nice because there are no stains….but you should not wash antique quilt tops and this one is a good example, as many of the seams have opened!

Not perfect, there are tiny holes in one corner, see photos, and because someone has washed it, there are numerous seam openings.

A wonderful piece to add to your collection or use as a cutter for the blocks and fabrics.

Price includes free USA shipping, International customers, please contact us.

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What is an antique quilt top?
An antique quilt top is

the patchwork and/or appliqued front of a quilt that was never completed with batting and backing. These unfinished projects are highly collectible and valued for their historic fabrics, craftsmanship, and patterns. 

Why antique quilt tops are collectible
The Significance of Authentic Antique Quilt Tops
  • Historic fabrics: Quilt tops are time capsules, often containing fabrics that reflect the era in which they were made, such as feed sacks from the 1930s or early indigo prints from the 19th century.
  • Unfinished story: Many of these tops have a unique story, never finished due to the original maker running out of time, money, or losing interest.
  • A project to finish: Modern quilters often purchase antique quilt tops to finish them in the style of the original period or with a contemporary twist.
  • Historical and aesthetic value: They can be used as is, for decorative purposes like a tablecloth or wall hanging, or taken apart for use in other projects.Â