American pieced and appliqued quilt, possibly Tennessee, Whig's Defeat or Engagement Ring pattern. Signed and dated on face "Esther T. (or F.) Brawley 1852". Documented in The Quilt Index (Quilts of Tennessee, #4C-83-90B, copy of record accompanies lot). Vivid pink (probably originally red), green and "cheddar yellow" cotton fabrics on white embroidered ground. Condition: scattered small stains and areas of minor wear, losses to pink/red fabric, probably caused by deterioration of black dyes). 76" W x 92" H. Provenance: descended in the consignor's family.