Maryland Princess Feather Plumes Quilt Green quilt antique Circa 1880’s

Circa 1880’s

This 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 today’s quilt maker has available

This quilted in the fan pattern

a small cluster of beautiful fabrics used in the Wreath of Leaves

The hand quilting is nicely done with small quilting stitches

Maryland Princess Feather Plumes Quilt Green quilt antique Circa 1880’sThis stunning Maryland antique Princess Feather appliqu quilt is so graphically great. A circa 1870s quilt. A 4 block quilt of the detailed applique feathers. A pattern that is beautiful and can be challenging to make. Just look at the swirling feathers appliqu and design of the feathers. This one has an interesting center design at the center of the feathers. Then in the center of the quilt is a medallion star of red and green with a touch of chrome