"Quilt And Canopy In Printed Canvas - Circa 1830"
Circa 1830/1840 Switzerland or Alsace Complete set of 19th century diamond-quilted bed composed of an alcove bed cover, a canopy and a valance. Indian identified of Swiss origin by Henry René of Germany in his famous treatise. Very elaborate scroll print of diamond-shaped cartouches of exotic fruits and flowers in saturated green, yellow, purple, yellow and gray colors. The reverse is a very fine ecru cotton canvas, just like the quilting. Excellent condition of color and conservation. Dimensions noted handwritten on last photo.