“Four Directions Quilt” – Native Motif Patchwork, c.1930s–40s 2 button topped with a small brass

topped with a small brass knob

Thick leather tabs

The overall atmosphere is just right

35" Back Neck to Sleeve

“Four Directions Quilt” – Native Motif Patchwork, c.1930s–40s 2 button topped with a small brass54" Width 41" Height Composed of dozens of cotton scraps bearing Native American inspired motifsarrows, thunderbirds, turtles, and cornthis quilt likely dates to the 1930s or '40s. The patchwork is arranged in columns, with faded reds, soft yellows, and dusky indigos that speak to decades of use and exposure. Some panels show signs of fraying, and the quilting is done by hand with thick thread. An improvised border of striped cotton frames the whole,