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Bear's Paw
Bear's Paw
Bear's Paw
Primary Pattern
Bear's Paw
Alternate Pattern
Wanderfoot variation
Quiltmaker
Maker unidentified
Geographical Origin
Probably made in
Pennsylvania,
United States
Descriptive Categories
Inscribed/Signature
Primary Technique
Pieced, Hand
Other Techniques
Pieced, Hand Whip
Dimensions (LxW)
92
92
234
234
Date Range
1840-1860
Primary Fiber
Cotton
Primary Fabric
Calico
Quilt Stitches/Inch
6-8
Binding
Straight Applied
Inscription Type
Embroidered
IQM Collection
IQM Collection
IQM Object Number
2010.017.0001
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