About This Artwork

Made by Phyllis Rothschild
American, active c. 1883
United States

Bedcover Known as "Crazy Quilt" (Unfinished), 1883

Silks, in a variety of weaves including cut velvet weave, printed; brocaded; pieced and appliquéd; embroidered in a variety of stitches in silk and chenille threads; backed with cotton, plain weave
167.7 x 166.6 cm (66 x 65 5/8 in.)
Gift of Mrs. Jerome Harris, 1964.186