Quilts of Colbert County (Alabama)
 

Today I went to an exhibit of antique quilts in a neighboring county, a collection belonging to Mr. Glen Rikard, whose mother was also a prolific quilter. It was staged at Belle Mont, a Palladian-style home built in 1833-1835, which now belongs to the Alabama Historical Commission.

I photographed a few of the newer quilts:

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but it was the antique quilts that I really went to see. All of them were interesting, and although most were worn and faded, some of the workmanship was outstanding.

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I had never seen this quilting design used as a background filler for blocks:

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Daffy

love old quilts, thanks for sharing!

Quilts of Colbert County (Alabama)
 

More:

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I loved this quilt!

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But the crown jewel of the exhibit, next post.

Daffy

would love to visit a display like that

Quilts of Colbert County (Alabama)
 

I tried to delete that last large pic, but for some reason wasn't successful. Neat fabric, though.

The workmanship on this embroidered quilt was incredible. While the colored fabric was noticeably faded, the embroidery floss was still bright. Note the border fence's open gate, at the bottom.

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And this is the photo of the home, on a beautiful hillside:

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Daffy

very cool :)

They all are beautiful. Thanks for sharing. BrendaK

Great quilt show. thank you for posting it.

Beautiful embroidery on that quilt! Someone put alot of love and workmanship into it

my goodness, such treasures