American appliqué quilt square by Rachel G Gilpin (1845)

Cotton quilt square with floral appliques cut from a printed chintz and redesigned as a wreath with floral sprigs in the corners. Signed & dated in ink in the center of the wreath: "Rachel G. Gilpin, Baltimore 1845." The work has been archival mat with a beveled linen surround and fitted in a UV filtering plexiglass box frame. American, Baltimore, 1845. Condition: Marks, stains, fading, and areas of damage and repair. Overall lovely patina. Wear commensurate with and use. Materials: Linen, Cotton Dimensions: 20-1/2" W x 1-1/4" D x 19-1/2" H SKU: 8548 Tear sheets are available on request.  SHIPPING & DELIVERY: The Federalist Antiques ships throughout the Chicagoland area, Nationally, and Internationally. Shipping is calculated at checkout and all items ship with either UPS or uShip, depending on the size of the item. We also offer free delivery for all pieces within a 10 mile radius of our gallery in Kenilworth. If you have any questions about your order or about specialized shi