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Grand Army quilt

  • Creation date1888
  • Dimensions200.0 x 203.0 cm

Explore Maria Ewing Sherman Fitch's artistry, known for her Grand Army quilt. Discover her unique style & historical significance on ArtsDot.

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Collectible Description

The crazy quilt by Maria (“Minnie”) Ewing Sherman Fitch commemorates the military legacy of her father, Major General William T. Sherman (1820-1891). Known by Sherman descendants as the Grand Army Quilt in reference to the Civil War veterans’ fraternal organization, Fitch’s hand-sewn homage is strewn with embroidered military insignia denoting Union Army branches and ranks, and corps badges (worn by soldiers on their uniforms) with accompanying corps numbers. Fitch incorporated two reunion ribbons, presumably her father’s, among the patchwork. Sherman commanded the Department of the Cumberland from 1861 to 1862, the Army of the Tennessee from October 1863 to March 1864, and the Military Division of the Mississippi—comprising the Tennessee, Cumberland, and Ohio departments—from 1864 to 1866. He succeeded Ulysses. S. Grant as commanding general of the Army in 1869 and retired in 1883. Crazy quilts were typically created as showpieces, and the Grand Army Quilt’s highly unusual shape suggests a non-functional purpose, most likely display on a parlor surface.

Artist Biography

early life and family background

maria ewing sherman fitch, also known as minnie, was born on january 28, 1851, in lancaster, fairfield county, ohio, united states. she was the eldest child of general william tecumseh sherman and eleanor ewing sherman. despite her father not being catholic, maria was raised in the catholic faith.

marriage and family life

in 1874, maria married thomas william fitch at st. aloysius church in washington, d.c. the couple had six children together. this period of her life was marked by a balance between family responsibilities and the influence of her notable lineage.

artistic legacy and notable works

although maria's artistic output is not as widely documented as her family connections, her work can be found in various private collections and archives. unfortunately, due to the limited availability of her artworks, none are currently featured on ArtsDot.com. however, the platform does offer a wide range of art pieces from similar periods and styles, including:

later life and legacy

maria ewing sherman fitch passed away on november 22, 1913, in biloxi, harrison county, mississippi, united states. her legacy, while not predominantly defined by her own artistic endeavors, remains intertwined with the significant historical and cultural impact of her family. notable art movements and styles featured on ArtsDot.com, which might inspire those interested in maria's era and artistic inclinations, include: explore more about maria ewing sherman fitch's family and the art of her time on ArtsDot.com.
maria ewing sherman fitch

maria ewing sherman fitch

1851 - 1913 , United States of America

Quick Facts

  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Medieval Art (12th-15th Century)
  • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Daniel Huntington']
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Thomas Cole']
  • Date Of Birth: January 28, 1851
  • Date Of Death: November 22, 1913
  • Full Name: Maria Ewing Sherman Fitch
  • Nationality: American
  • Notable Artworks: ['Grand Army Quilt']
  • Place Of Birth: Lancaster, United States