Patchwork quilt top, Medium: wool Technique: patchwork of machine-stitched roller printed squares, Fragment of a quilt top of approximately 144 squares of challis wool (5 x 5 in.) stitched together to form a large square. In pastel and faded colors, either small allover geometric, floral patterns or a variety of stripes. There are a few duplicates., USA, 1830-50, embroidery & stitching, Patchwork quilt top