ENGLISH BOLTON-TYPE COUNTERPANE, woven white cotton, whole cloth, pattern created from raised loops featuring center medallion, various floral and foliate motifs, and geometric elements, "IHF SS12" in one corner. First quarter 19th century. 92" x 100".
Very good to excellent overall condition with light toning along edges and some fold lines, one quadrant with toning from storage, a few scattered stains and spotting, two holes along one edge above outer border.
Provenance: From the collection of Nick Routson, Phoenix, AZ.Ex-collection of Pete & Sally Riffle, Dayton, OH.Ex-collection of Elmer R. Webster and Robert A. Titsch, Dayton, OH.
Catalogue Note: This type of handwoven cotton counterpane was also known as a "caddow" or "caddow quilt", specifically produced in Bolton, England. "SS12" likely refers to the quality and size as is often denoted for the coverlet production in the Bolton area.

Very good to excellent overall condition with light toning along edges and some fold lines, one quadrant with toning from storage, a few scattered stains and spotting, two holes along one edge above outer border.