Quilt, Flying Geese pattern 1842 - 1845

This 19th-century quilt, made by Mary Spingler Fonderden Van Beuren, is an example of the "Flying Geese" pattern, which is a popular traditional design in American quilting. The quilt, which is currently displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, is made from a variety of colorful fabrics, arranged in repeating rows of triangles. The simple pattern and bright colors create a visually pleasing and timeless aesthetic. The quilt's size is 102 1/2 x 99 in. (260.4 x 251.5 cm) which is an impressive size for a home-made quilt.