Chintz appliquéd quilt 1832 - 1840

"Chintz appliquéd quilt" is a large, intricately crafted quilt created by Mary Malvina Cook Taft in the early 19th century. The quilt features a central rose tree surrounded by a border of smaller floral motifs and birds. The quilt's design reflects the popular Victorian aesthetic of the time, emphasizing the beauty of nature and the intricate craftmanship of needlework. It is a notable example of American textile art during the 19th century and demonstrates the skill and creativity of women during that era. The quilt is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, where it is a prized example of the "chintz appliqué" technique.