Rose of Sharon quilt, c. 1850, x in., Cotton; hand appliquéd and pieced; quilted, United States, 19th century, Quilts such as this Rose of Sharon pattern with a fruit and bird border were often made to celebrate special occasions such as a wedding and were given as a gift or were part of a dowry. In general, they did not serve as an everyday bed cover but were displayed on holidays and for other celebrations

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