Antique Jacquard 1825 4th of July Blue & White Coverlet, Lafayette Agriculture M

Antique Jacquard 1825 4th of July Blue & White Coverlet Circa 1910 Reproduction. Lafayette Agriculture Manuf. 70" X 48". This blue and white, double cloth, Figured and Fancy coverlet features Great Seal Eagles and Federal style steeple architecture in the borders, and “Double Tulip” medallions in the center. The tulip medallion (the type woven by James Alexander and other New York State weavers) is repeated throughout the centerfield of the coverlet. The eagles in upper and lower edges have a Masonic symbol and little monkeys and dogs in-between. The words "Agriculture & Manufactures are the Foundation of Our Independence July 4, 1825 P + Wagman GNRL Lafayette" are woven into each of the four corners. 1825 was the 50th anniversary of American independence as well as the first year of a two year visit from famed Revolutionary War hero, the Marquis de Lafayette. The Original coverlet may have been made as a commemorative item for both of these events.