Vintage Quilt Mixed Era Dresden Plate

Vintage Quilt Mixed Era Dresden Plate

$168.00
Sale price  $168.00 Regular price 
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Vintage Quilt Mixed Era Dresden Plate

Vintage Quilt Mixed Era Dresden Plate

$168.00
Sale price  $168.00 Regular price 

Janj Threads

Vintage Quilt Mixed Era Dresden Plate 

This is a cutter/stacker quilt. 

This charming Mixed Era Dresden Plate Quilt is a wonderful example of quiltmaking across generations. It measures approximately 71" x 86" and features 20 Dresden Plate blocks set against a warm pink background. Floral sashing, dark nine-patch cornerstones, and a lively pieced triangle border complete the design.

The Dresden Plates contain an appealing assortment of vintage cottons, including what appear to be feedsack fabrics dating from approximately the 1930s–1950s. The sashing, background, and outer border appear to include fabrics from a later era, suggesting that older Dresden Plate blocks were eventually assembled and finished by another quiltmaker.

The quilt has medium-weight batting with a bit of loftiness. The binding is a variation of a knife’s-edge finish and is hand stitched.

Two of the Dresden Plates are in poor condition, although their simple construction should make them relatively easy to replace or creatively repair. The quilt also has some staining. Because of these condition issues, it is being offered as a cutter quilt—ideal for restoration, repurposing, or displaying as a beautifully imperfect piece of textile history.

This quilt has not been laundered by Janj Threads. Any cleaning decisions have been left to the next caretaker to preserve the quilt according to their preferences. I highly recommend testing the colors for fastness before washing this quilt. 

  • Condition: Good Cutter/Stacker. There are 2 plates with fabric loss and a few spots. 
  • Circa: Dresden Plate blocks likely date from the 1930s–1950s, with the quilt assembled and completed later in the 20th century..
  • Size: 71" x 86"
  • Batting: Medium weight with a bit of loft

  • Standout: Pretty Plates

  • Shipping: (within the continental U.S.) shipping/insurance is included in the price of the item. 

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    Due to the vintage and handmade nature of the items sold at Janj Threads, all sales are final.

    We do our very best to carefully inspect each piece and note any flaws, fabric wear, fading, dye bleeding, spots, stains, repairs, or damage within the listing description and photos. However, because these quilts and textiles are often decades old, we may occasionally miss something.

    Please take time to carefully review all photos provided for each item before completing your purchase.

    Photos containing a green tag are intended to highlight an imperfection or area of concern. The green tag measures approximately 2” x 2” and is included to help give perspective on the size of the flaw. Cutter/Stacker quilts do not have green tags. Please review the photos carefully.

    Vintage quilts and textiles carry the beauty of age, history, and use, and minor imperfections are often part of their story and charm. If you have any questions about an item, please reach out prior to purchase. We are always happy to help.

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    Color Disclaimer: While Janj Threads makes every effort to accurately represent the colors of each quilt through photographs, colors may appear differently depending on your computer monitor, phone, tablet, or other viewing device. Variations in screen settings, brightness, and display technology can affect how colors are perceived. As a result, the quilt you receive may vary slightly in color from what you see on your screen. If color accuracy is especially important to your purchasing decision, please feel free to contact us with any questions before purchasing.

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