Vintage 1930s Unusual Satin Log Cabin Variation Quilt – Colorful Geometric Patchwork – 59" x 71"

Such a vibrant and unusual vintage Log Cabin Quilt dating to 1930-1940s, constructed from lustrous acetate satin fabrics. The quilt features a striking geometric design created from narrow strips of satin arranged in stepped diamond and hourglass formations.

Acetate satin is a lustrous, silk-like fabric that became popular during the 1930s and 40s as a less expensive alternative to natural silk. Today acetate satins are used for high end wedding gowns, evening wear and luxury linings. It has a beautiful sheen, rich colors and a fluid drape.

The rich color palette of this quilt includes brilliant coral red, deep navy, black, chocolate brown, turquoise, silver gray, and vivid fuchsia. A wide, deep magenta satin border frames the quilt.

The quilt has a brilliant red satin backing with hand quilting in geometric patterns. The sheen of the acetate satin highlights the intricate piecing and gives the quilt a very striking appearance. The back is a red acetate satin while the binding is pink satin that has been machine stitched to both sides. The quilt does not appear to have any batting.

Details:
* Date: Approximately 1935–1945
* Size: 59" x 71"
* Pattern: Log Cabin variation with geometric diamond and hourglass formations
* Fabric: Vintage acetate satin in assorted solids and prints
* Construction: Pieced from numerous narrow satin strips
* Quilting: Hand quilted
* Backing: Brilliant red satin
* Border: Deep magenta satin

CONDITION: Excellent vintage condition with vibrant colors and attractive satin sheen.
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This is an unusual example of mid-20th-century quiltmaking, combining traditional log cabin construction with the brilliant colors, varied prints, and distinctive sheen of period acetate satin fabrics.