Thursday afternoon I saw something amazing and beautiful - an antique Political Ribbon Quilt. This was a full sized quilt covered with antique ribbons from all over the country, along with a few pins and buttons. There did seem to be a focus on Mitchell, and even the Corn Palace, but there were many other locations and organizations represented.
The edges of the quilt and a few ribbons were Shattered Silk, so it was beginning to disintegrate in a few places. But most of the ribbons were in remarkable condition. And most of the dates on these ribbons were 1890s.
The quilt was donated locally and I don’t have many details, other than the donor wishes to remain anonymous. There is a plan to display this incredible quilt, in a safe and responsible way - once they figure out what will work best. This is a big quilt so it will take some creativity to preserve.
I took a few photos, in particular of ribbons that were specific to Mitchell. I'm wishing I could have taken more pictures because there were some really interesting ribbons and pins. At this time, I don’t have any details on who might have made this beauty or who collected all of the ribbons. But I’m sure glad I got to see it in person.
Wow, that’s an interesting slice of history. I’m glad the quilt will be preserved.
ReplyDeleteOooh I am wondering what the 'Madison' ribbon was for in that first photo, that is my hometown.
ReplyDeleteWow! That's quite a find. Hopefully you'll have a few more chances to get photographs later.
ReplyDeleteWow how interesting!
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