About This Artwork

Designed and executed by Mrs. M. E. Mohortor
United States, Indiana

Bedcover, 1877/78

Cotton plain weave, pieced; appliquéd with cotton, plain weaves; embroidered with cotton and wool wrapped cotton cords of oblique interlacing in running stitches; laid work and couching; edged with cotton, plain weave
237.5 x 228.6 cm (93 1/2 x 90 in.)
Made. By. Mrs. M. E. Mohortor. in 1877 & 8 Aged 47 / A new commandment I give unto you. That ye love one another. as I have loved you. That ye also love one another.
Restricted gift of the Margaret Cavigga Trust, 2003.292

Exhibition, Publication and Ownership Histories

Exhibition History

The Art Institute of Chicago, Elizabeth F. Cheney and Agnes Allerton Textile Galleries, "Exploring Quilts: Art, History and Craftsmanship," March 17–September 12, 2004