With its proud stripes and distinctive black markings. Vintage hudson bay company wool blanket 4 four point w tag 82 x 61. Hudsons bay point blanket the canadian encyclopedia. Find great deals on ebay for hudson bay blanket and hudson bay blanket 6 point. Find great deals on ebay for hudson bay blankets and hudson bay blanket. To help keep our communities safe, all hudson s bay stores are currently closed. Hudson s bay company 4 point camp blanket trapper wool striped 76 x 89 vtg. It was the english who finally perfected it especially the englishowned hudson s bay company hbc. As well it details of the original size of the blankets depending on their number of points, years of manufacture and the manufacturing source mills. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudson s bay company and other companies trading in north america. It was time to look further into the iconic status of the hudson s bay point blanket. If the blanket has a label the task is fairly easy. Hudsons bay company 108 by 100inch king size 8 point blanket, multi striped.
Bean classic since 1925, this heritage striped wool blanket is practically windproof and water repellent to keep you warm and dry. Why would anyone frown at a warm and fuzzy blanket. Jan 11, 20 genuine hudsons bay blankets continue to be sold by canadas hudsons bay company, and are available to buy from woolrich. An illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket by tichenor, harold and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Organize a rental vehicle via travelocity and get ready to crank up your favorite playlist in hudson bay. Aug 12, 2018 the hudsons bay company blanket may appear to be a fairly plain household item, but its perhaps the most remarkable blanket in the world. You can read more about this iconic blanket on wikipedia. Caroline furs collaboration with hudsons bay continues to expand. When i awoke this morning, i knew that i wouldnt be out of bed for long. A beautiful accommodation that leaves nothing to be desired and very nice hosts. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay. The history and legacy of the famous english trading company in colonial america. Hudson bay wool collectible blankets for sale ebay. A hudson s bay point blanket is a type of wool blanket traded by the hudson s bay company hbc in british north america now canada and the united states during the 1700s and 1800s.
Hudson s bay company 4 point camp blanket trapper wool striped 76. An illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket 9781895892208 by tichenor, harold and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at. The feud between the hudsons bay company and the northwest. Harold lee tichenor, point blanket collector and consultant to hudsons bay company, has written two books on point blankets and their collectibility. The iconic hudson s bay point blanket has a complicated history with indigenous people in canada. The hudsons bay companys evolution from fur trading to retail duration. A blanket so importantit even has a book written about it.
Today pcsoutdoors offers hudson s bay point blankets under the official license of the historic hudson s bay company. The company is named for the hudson bay and the blankets were typically traded to first nations in exchange for beaver pelts. Throughout the 18th century, wool blankets were among the most popular trade items in the canadian fur trade, accounting for. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudson s bay company and other companies trading in north america harold tichenor, matt tichenor on. Why some folks feel weird about hudsons bay blankets.
Hudsons bay blankets points were narrow lines of woolen fiber dyed indigo dark blue or black, about 1014 cm long, woven into the edge of the blanket. We dive into the history of the hudsons bay company and unpack the very complicated story of the iconic striped blanket. The collectors guide to point blankets canadian roadstories. The blanket an illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket hudsons bay company tichenor, harold hudson s bay company published by toronto, on. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons. The offwhite wool patterned with slender stripes of. Good introduction to the history of the hudson s bay company and the blanket. The collection added sheared beaver blankets in grey with a millennium wool blanket on reverse side and soon to be introducing a sheared beaver baby blanket.
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Hudson bay 4 point blanket, natural with multi stripes. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for. The blankets were typically traded to first nations and native americans in. I can honestly say that i have never expected to buy a book dedicated to blankets, but the whole history of the hbc is so absolutely compelling that i was drawn towards it. An illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket.
All backed by hanks clothings money back guarantee. Details weve extended our return policyyou now have an extra 30 days after our stores open. Hudsons bay marks anniversary with iconic blankets home. Hudsons bay company hit bay stores nationally midoctober and will be available for giftgiving throughout the 2011 holiday season until all 12,000 units sell out. Why some folks feel weird about hudsons bay blankets cbc radio. A super airbnb in a great location from where you can visit berlin and potsdam by public transport among others. After finishing his first book for the hbc the blanket. Make offer vtg hudson bay company 3 12 point wool blanket 82.
There is also a version made by the pendleton company, refered to as national parks blankets, but these blankets are not true hudsons bay and most importantly are lacking the points on the sides. Queen elizabeth coronation four point hudson s bay blanket poor condition. Vintage hudson bay blanket for sale collectibles station. Hudson bay has manufactured blankets since 1779 and are known best for its striped blankets in indigo, yellow, red and green as seen in the first photo above, although they do come in other colors. Introduced to the north american wilderness in 1779.
Absolutely fascinating history of the hudsons bay companys point blanket. Hudson bay company book hudson bay blanket, hudson bay. Today pcsoutdoors offers hudsons bay point blankets under the official license of the historic hudsons bay company. The earliest mention of hudsons bay point blankets is contained in the minutes of a meeting of the hudsons bay companys london committee on 16th december, 1779, but there is little doubt that they were an article of trade before this date. Buy a point blanket direct from the bay and you may get a copy for free. A hudsons bay point blanket is a type of wool blanket traded by the hudsons bay company in british north america and the united states during the 1700s and 1800s. It will last a lifetime, according to leon leonwood bean himself, who always kept one on hand even in his car.
The complicated history of the hudsons bay point blanket. A quantum book produced for hudson s bay company madison press books, 2002, 1st edition, first printing, toronto, ontario 2002 isbn 10. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. It was incorporated in england on may 2, 1670, to seek a northwest passage to the pacific, to occupy the lands adjacent to hudson bay, and to carry on commerce with those lands. Browse vintage hudson bay blanket available on sale. The hudson bay company was founded on may 2, 1670 and is the oldest company still in operation and is celebrating 350 years in 2020.
Enjoy the warmth of a hudson bay blanket today so head on over to and take a look at the hudson bay blankets we offer. In the united states they can be found at luxury department store and hudsons bay sister chain l. Hudson bay blankets by woolrich from dann, complete collection. Enjoy warmth and comfort that will be passed on down thru your family for years to come. Point blankets are a type of trade blanket and are most closely associated. First commissioned by hudson s bay company hbc in 1800, the multistripe design lives on as a testament to our shared canadian heritage. Nov, 2019 explore cahulawassees board hudsons bay blankets, capotes, voyageurs, and metis. The hudson s bay company s evolution from fur trading to retail duration. The feud between the hudson s bay company and the northwest company. A brief history of canadas iconic hudsons bay blanket. Crochet hudson bay blanket pattern crochet blanket.
These warm blankets are as iconic as mariah careys lipsyncing, but some people believe they were used to spread smallpox and decimate entire indigenous communities. For well over two centuries, the hudsons bay point blanket has been an iconic product in canada and around the world. Hudson bay company book hudson bay blanket, hudson bay, bay. Hudsons bay blankets the hudsons bay company was chartered by king charles ii of england in 1670. One of the trading commodities most highly prized by the indians in exchange for their beaver pelts, was the original hudson s bay point blanket. An illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket. Get the best deals on hudson bay blanket when you shop the largest online selection at. Vintage 2 hudson bay company colors wool blanket approx 85x70 and 98x50. Our hudsons bay point blankets retain the authentic 100% wool quality that has made these blankets legendary. The blankets continue to be sold by canadas hudsons bay stores and have come to hold iconic status in canada. A fur trading business for much of its existence, hbc now owns and operates retail stores in canada and the united states.
The companys point blanket has been an iconic product for hudson s bay. Vintage the hudson s bay company hbc wool throw blanket 86 x 58 beige. An illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket by tichenor, harold and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The company sold most of its european operations by august 2019 and its remaining stores, in the netherlands, were. This project is inspired by the iconic hudson bay blanket. There is a guide to grading the condition of point blankets and a price guide that takes into account manufacturers, condition and point size so that the reader will know the proper value to pay for old point blankets. These stripped blankets were created by the hudson s bay company in the northern part of north america in 1780. See more ideas about hudson bay blanket, hudson bay and fur trade.
The blanket by harold tichenor after finishing his first book for the hbc the blanket. Hudson bay company book have it as my coffee table book. Weavealongs offer an opportunity for you to weave a published pattern in the company of your fellow weavers. Our hudson s bay point blankets retain the authentic 100% wool quality that has made these blankets legendary. The hudsons bay point blanket is a wool blanket with a series of stripes and points markers on cloth first made for the hudsons bay. Common research topics hudsons bay company archives. This could be the best wool blanket you will ever own. We are committed to the preservation, education, and promotion of hudsons bay companys history and the ongoing care and maintenance of the companys historical hbc corporate art, artifact, image, and reference collections. Hudson s bay company has commissioned these fine englishmade woolen blankets since 1780, many becoming heirlooms that are passed on from one generation to the next. Vintage hudson bay company wool 4 point blanket 88 x 66 made in england hbc.
Lots more to know here but this is an entertaining start. Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. Hudson s bay company, home, bedding at, offering the modern energy, style and personalized service of the bay stores, in an enhanced, easytonavigate shopping experience. The hudsons bay company collaborates with worldfamous. Hudsons bay company, corporation that occupies a prominent place in both the economic and the political history of canada. One of the trading commodities most highly prized by the indians in exchange for their beaver pelts, was the original hudsons bay point blanket. Hudsons bay company has commissioned these fine englishmade woolen blankets since 1780, many becoming heirlooms that are passed on from one generation to the next. I have identified and dated some twodozen styles of labels used by the hudson s bay company since 1890. Hudson bay blankets dont just last a lifetime hanks. There are a number of clues to dating the manufacture of various point blankets. These blankets first appeared in canadian trading posts in the 1700s, and aside from bedding, they. Authentic, real fur and sheared to perfection, it is a dream coverlet for babies. It is steeped in both history and prestige points such as these denoted the value of the blanket.
Absolutely fascinating history of the hudson s bay company s point blanket. The hudsons bay company blanket may appear to be a fairly plain household item, but its perhaps the most remarkable blanket in the world. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay company and other companies trading in north america. The next time i am in brandenburg, i would definitely book here again. Aug 03, 2017 the hudsons bay point blanked has the status of an icon in the history of modern canada. Hudsons bay com pany, home at, offering the modern energy, style and personalized service of the bay stores, in an enhanced, easytonavigate shopping experience. Jun 15, 2017 the feud between the hudsons bay company and the northwest company. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay company and.
Hbc heritage is an internal department of hudsons bay company. The history of the hudsons bay point blanket the cavender. The beaver pelts were shipped to europe to meet the demand for beaver fur top hats. The striped blanket is still produced today in england by john atkinson, a subbrand of the a. Its design with the recognizable stripes can be found on many products including coats, scarves, coffee mugs and many others. Hbc heritage is an internal department of hudson s bay company. For generations my family has been collecting hudson bay blankets, and while i knew some of the background i was surprised to find a book dedicated to the. See more ideas about hudson bay blanket, hudson bay.
Woven in england of the finest long staple australian wools, these blankets are of the same quality as those traded here over 200 years ago. As your host, ill be offering tips videos, supplemental handouts, resources, and act as the head cheerleader. Hudsons bay point blanket the iconic blanket has its. During the 18 th century, wool blankets were among the most popular trade items and by 1779 the company began shipping its point blanket to trading posts to keep up with demand. For many, the hudsons bay company blanket with its familiar red, green, yellow and indigo stripes is as iconic as the maple leaf. Hudsons bay company and other companies trading in north america by harold tichenor the collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay company and other companies trading in north america by harold tichenor for textilelovers who browse antique shops and flea markets for good finds, this latest harold tichenor book is a valuable resource. If you are interested in anything to with the fur trade then i heartily recommend it.
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