50s SOUTHERN AFRICAN AMERICAN HOUSETOP LOG CABIN QUILT WE SPECIALIZE IN AFRICAN AMERICAN AND PRIMITIVE QUILTS Start Price USD 429.95 Current Price USD 429.95 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, December 02, 2008 End Time Friday, December 12, 2008 Location DIXIE DELTA QUILTS See more about '50s SOUTHERN AFRICAN AMERICAN HOUSETOP LOG CABIN QUILT' Description                 WELCOME TO DIXIE DELTA QUILTS! Description OUTSTANDING AFRICAN AMERICAN FOLK ART QUILT!   Housetop quilt, a southern variation of the Log Cabin, a superb example of "plain" quilting practiced by both blacks and whites throughout the Deep South in the first half of the 20th century.   Made with assorted cotton flannels, probably mill ends found in the discard pile, a veritable "scrap bag" for the frugal quilter living near the mills. Dominant colors are red and gold, both significant colors in African American folk lore. Backing is a natural muslin, binding is gold flannel. Entirely hand stitched with in the ditch quilting.   Circa 1950.   Some staining and foxing on back side, a few small spots on front, and some loose seams. Otherwise, this quilt is strong and sturdy, ready for use or display!    Size is 65 x 80 (+/-) .   FABULOUS FIND FOR THE COLLECTOR!   ***SMOKE FREE HOME***    View My Other Items For Sale   Add me to your Favorite Sellers Payment Payment by paypal or check due within 7 days of auction end. International payment by paypal only. Shipping I am happy to combine wins ending within 7 days to save you $$ on shipping. Shipment by FedEx, UPS, or postal. Terms of Sale SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! IF YOUR PURCHASE IS NOT AS DESCRIBED, RETURN IT WITHIN 24 HOURS OF DELIVERY AND I WILL BE HAPPY TO REFUND YOUR BID AMOUNT. About Us DIXIE DELTA QUILTS SPECIALIZES IN AFRICAN AMERICAN AND PRIMITVE QUILTS                 Place a Bid!