Red-And-White Quilts Blanket Park Avenue Armory (guest photo Edith Davis)
"The exhibition, called "Infinite Variety," features a potion of the massive quilt collection of Joanna S. Rose and is presented by the American Folk Art Museum. Most were made by ordinary women between 1850 and 1950.
The tradition of the red-and-white color scheme, however, goes father back. In the 1750s, Turkish red dye arrived in Europe. It became popular due to its colorfastness. Most other dyes at the time would fade or run when exposed to light and water." -excerpt from the brochure.
The tradition of the red-and-white color scheme, however, goes father back. In the 1750s, Turkish red dye arrived in Europe. It became popular due to its colorfastness. Most other dyes at the time would fade or run when exposed to light and water." -excerpt from the brochure.
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| "Infinity Variety" @ Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Avenue between 67th and 68th streets Guest photo by Edith Davis (poor reproduction courtesy of the blogger!) |
