Quilts

From America's preeminent museum collection, this volume places the quilt firmly in the realm of art. Combining economy with artistry and everyday craftsmanship with beauty, quilts hold a unique place in American culture. Each quilt tells a story about its maker and her community; seen together, these monumental textiles paint a broad picture of the development of a national character and uncover the hidden history of women's contribution to art. This volume brings together two hundred examples from the esteemed collection of the American Folk Art Museum. Each masterpiece was chosen carefully as an emblem of its time, style, and technique.