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Made by Americans of European, African, Native and Hispanic heritage, these quilts and bedcovers range from family heirlooms to acts of political protest, each with its own story to tell.
Explore the hidden histories of the American experience through the unique and diverse stories woven into the quilts and bedcovers from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. From prayers stitched for loved ones during the Civil War to depictions of iconic figures like Lady Liberty and George Washington, these textiles reveal the rich and multifaceted perspectives of those who created them.
Covering over four centuries, the 58 pieces of fabric artwork featured in this book offer a glimpse into the individual stories of their creators and owners, while also highlighting larger themes of international commerce, migration, industrialization, exclusion, and territorial and cultural growth.
Artists include: Faith Ringgold, Sanford Biggers, Irene Williams, Bisa Butler, Harry Tyler, Harriet Powers, Marie D. Webster, Marguerite Zorach, Dorothy Phillips Haagensen, Rachel Cary George, Florence Peto, Creola Pettway, Susan Hoffman, Molly Upton, Nancy Crasco, Agusta Agustsson, Edward Larson, Michael James, Virginia Jacobs and Carla Hemlock.
