The blanket an illustrated history of hudsons bay point by. In 1779, thomas huchins at albany house was approached by a canadien fur trader, monsieur germain maugenest, who offered to help the hudsons bay company improve its trade. If you are interested in anything to with the fur trade then i heartily recommend it. Hudson bay 6 point blanket, natural with multi stripes by woolrich home. Mar 19, 2018 it was time to look further into the iconic status of the hudsons bay point blanket. See more ideas about bay, tartan shawl, lambswool throw. This year hudsons bay company celebrates its 350th anniversary, marking an. A hudsons bay point blanket is a type of wool blanket traded by the hudsons bay company. 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. The hudsons bay company collaborates with worldfamous. If you have a hudsons bay point blanket this is a must read. Jan 11, 20 photo via very few blankets hold the iconic status that hudson s bay point blankets do. 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.
This map was included in a lot of my history books in my school system. An illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket 9781895892208 by tichenor, harold and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. For more information, visit the hbc point blanket page. I have followed as closely as possible the information provided in the blanket.
By the end of the 1800s these posts were converting to retail shops. It was time to look further into the iconic status of the hudsons bay point blanket. The history of the hudson s bay point blanket the cavender diary photo via very few blankets hold the iconic status that hudsons bay point blankets do. In 1779, hbc commissioned the textile mill of thomas empson of witney, oxfordshire, to produce pointed blankets.
For books and films referenced in this episode please visit our website at. The collectors guide to point blankets canadian roadstories. Vintage hudsons bay point blanket rare four point hudson bay blanket, wool multicolored striped blanket, 72x86 inches, made in england jimpiphanys 5 out. These stripped blankets were created by the hudsons bay company in the northern part of north america in 1780. The blanket by harold tichenor after finishing his first book for the hbc the blanket.
Buy a point blanket direct from the bay and you may get a copy for free. This book is great, it goes into the history and other areas of the blankets history. 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. Aug 12, 2018 and it was the striped hudsons bay company point blanket that helped pioneer the way. This page records my first attempt to handweave, full and finish a point blanket. The iconic hudsons bay point blanket has a complicated history with indigenous people in canada. According to pointblanket collector and historical expert harold lee tichenor, author of the blanket.
An illustrated history of the hudson s bay blanket, by 1700, blankets represented more than. Thinking back on it now, maybe he was not simply ranting about a blanket, but rather he was trying to teach us american history, because, as i would later discover, the hudsons bay blanket is steeped in history. When i awoke this morning, i knew that i wouldnt be out of bed for long. The guide includes hundreds of full colour photographs. The origin of the hudson bay company point blanket point blankets are wool blankets marked on one edge with black or indigo stripes. These stripped blankets werecreated by the hudsons bay company in the northern part of north americain 1780. 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. The hudsons bay company originated in 1670 as fur trading posts, where furs were traded for manufactured goods. Absolutely fascinating history of the hudsons bay companys point blanket. Woolrich offers hudsons bay point blankets under the official license of the historic hudsons bay company. These blankets first appeared in canadian trading posts in. After finishing his first book for the hbc the blanket. A quantum book produced for hudsons bay company madison press books, 2002. Art books entertainment film and motion picture magazines music.
It will last a lifetime, according to leon leonwood bean himself, who always kept one on hand even in his car. Such blankets were made by the british and early north american citizens and traded at trading posts to the native americans in exchange for furs. Harold lee tichenor, point blanket collector and consultant to hudsons bay company, has written two books on point blankets and their collectibility. Yes, the title is a bit of a mouthful, but it has become a standard reference for antique.
New listing vintage hudsons bay 4point white multicolor stripe 100% wool blanket 88 x 68. Woolrich offers hudson s bay point blankets under the official license of the historic hudson s bay company. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Harold lee tichenor, point blanket collector and consultant to hudsons bay company, has written two books on point blankets and their. With its proud stripes and distinctive black markings. When buying hudsons bay point blankets, this site will guide. The label is white with orange lettering and reads hudson bay point blanket, hudson bay company incorporated 1670 in circle with crest design, the seal of quality, 100% wool, us reg no. Jul 15, 2014 the hudsons bay company did sell blanketing or duffle, a heavy wool cloth, but not point blankets before 1780. According to the official company history, blankets had been taken to hudson bay as trade goods as far back.
Absolutely fascinating history of the hudson s bay companys point blanket. For over two centuries the hudson s bay company point blanket has been a familiar item in canada and around the world. Lots more to know here but this is an entertaining start. By the 19th century there was a string of hudsons bay company posts throughout canada. The plains indians often wore the blankets instead of buffalo robes and used them to make coats. It is steeped in both history and prestige points such as these denoted the value of the blanket. Introduced to the north american wilderness in 1779.
Jan 01, 2002 absolutely fascinating history of the hudson s bay companys point blanket. For most canadians, the hudson s bay blanket is a symbol of canadian identity. The metis peoples fashioned the blanket into a wrap coat with hood and fringing called a capote. Geopolitical map of precontact north america 532 x 720. Hbc heritage is an internal department of hudsons bay company.
The canoes painted scheme is based off an old wool hudson bay trading blanket. Hbc stripes iconic multi stripe point blanket thebay. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudson s bay company and other companies trading in north america. 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. An illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket by tichenor, harold a readable copy.
An illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket, written by noted hbc point blanket collector harold tichenor. For nearly two and a half centuries, the hudsons bay point blanket has. An illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket. Cinetel, bowen island 2003, 128 pp, colour illustrations, spiral bound for field use.
Determining age and value of hudson bay blanket the ebay. Typically, the wool blankets were traded with native americans for pelts. The company sold most of its european operations by august 2019 and its remaining stores, in the netherlands, were closed by the end of 2019. Fur trade hudson bay first nations wool blanket blankets inspired my favorite things 1920s label. Bean classic since 1925, this heritage striped wool blanket is practically windproof and water repellent to keep you warm and dry.
The history of the hudsons bay point blanket the cavender. The hudsons bay point blanket is a beautiful nod to the past, reflecting the rich history of early colonial north america and the trading system by which colonists and the british acquired beaver pelts. For well over two centuries, the hudsons bay point blanket has been an iconic product in canada and around the world. For over two centuries the hudsons bay company point blanket has been a familiar item in canada and around the world. 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. Hudsons bay point blanket the canadian encyclopedia.
Hbc heritage is an internal department of hudson s bay company. See each listing for international shipping options and costs. An illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket, written by noted hbc point blanket collector harold tichenor. Why some folks feel weird about hudsons bay blankets cbc radio.
Anything hudson bay company has me itching for home. Point blankets are a type of trade blanket and are most closely associated. Best sellers deals store new releases electronics home gift ideas help computers gift cards coupons sell registry books. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay company and other companies trading in north america. Number of bids and bid amounts may be slightly out of date. Our hudsons bay point blankets retain the authentic 100percent wool quality that has made these blankets legendary. According to the official company history, blankets had been taken to hudson bay as trade. 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.
Why some folks feel weird about hudsons bay blankets. Rita trichur, in the montreal gazette may 25, 2004. The blanket an illustrated history of hudsons bay point. Among the many items traded in the middle of the eighteenth century, the point blanket was among the more heavily traded items. These blankets first appeared in canadian trading posts in the 1700s, and aside from bedding, they. These stripped blankets were created by the hudson s bay company in the northern part of north america in 1780. An illustrated history of the hudsons bay blanket, by 1700, blankets represented more than. New listing vintage hudson bay wool blanket 4 point cranberry red 72 x 88 england. Our earliest is the red label between 1915 and 1920. Jul 15, 2010 the hudsons bay company originated in 1670 as fur trading posts, where furs were traded for manufactured goods. As canadas most iconic retailer celebrates 350 years, hudsons. Hudson bay blanketsused to infect indians with smallpox. The iconic hudson s bay point blanket has a complicated history with indigenous people in canada. A quantum book produced for hudsons bay company madison press books, 2002, 1st edition, first printing, toronto, ontario 2002.
For nearly two and a half centuries, the hudsons bay point blanket has been an iconic product in canada and around. A brief history of canadas iconic hudsons bay blanket. The points, or small black bars on the side of the. We are committed to the preservation, education, and promotion of hudson s bay companys history and the ongoing care and maintenance of the companys historical hbc corporate art, artifact, image, and reference collections.
The native peoples valued them for several reasons they were warm, durable, lightweight and very useful as clothing. We dive into the history of the hudsons bay company and unpack the very complicated story of the iconic striped blanket. Hbc heritage our history the hbc point blanket history. A brief history of canadas iconic hudsons bay blanket mental floss. New listing vintage hudson s bay 4 point white multicolor stripe 100% wool blanket 88 x 68. When buying hudsons bay point blankets, this site will. 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. The classic design features green, red, yellow and indigo stripes on a white background. Vtg hudson bay blanket 4 point sky blue on blue 350 commemorative colors queen. The complicated history of the hudsons bay point blanket.
Apr 28, 2012 when buying hudsons bay point blankets, this site will guide you in determining the age. The earliest mention of hudson s bay point blankets is contained in the minutes of a meeting of the hudson s bay companys london committee on 16th december, 1779, but there is little doubt that. Good introduction to the history of the hudson s bay company and the blanket. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay.
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. In 1890, hbc began adding labels to their blankets because point blankets of similar. And it was the striped hudsons bay company point blanket that helped pioneer the way. How the hudsons bay point blanket became a canadian. As canadas most iconic retailer celebrates 350 years. 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. Photo via very few blankets hold the iconic status that hudsons bay point blankets do. 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. The hudsons bay company hbc had been trading blankets since the company incorporated in 1670.
Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. Our hudson s bay point blankets retain the authentic 100percent wool quality that has made these blankets legendary. One of the trading commodities most highly prized by the indians in exchange for their beaver pelts, was the original hudsons bay point blanket. It is a 2 point cream color with the black, yellow, red and green stripes on both ends. First commissioned by hudsons bay company hbc in 1800, the multistripe design lives on as a testament to our shared canadian heritage. The blanket an illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket hudsons bay company tichenor, harold hudsons bay company published by toronto, on. A fur trading business for much of its existence, hbc now owns and operates retail stores in canada and the united states. For most canadians, the hudsons bay blanket is a symbol of canadian identity. Hbc heritage our history the hbc point blanket faqs.
May 09, 2017 according to point blanket collector and historical expert harold lee tichenor, author of the blanket. Good introduction to the history of the hudsons bay company and the blanket. Point blankets as coats point blankets have also been used as coats, either premade and sold by the hudsons bay company or recut into garments. With its proud stripes and distinctive black markings, the hudsons bay point blanket is a canadian icon. How the hudsons bay point blanket became a canadian emblem. It is enjoyed as much today as when it was first introduced into the fur trade in 1780. An illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket by tichenor, harold a readable copy. Her books gave the people of great britain a clear concept of the empires. And it was the striped hudsons bay company point blanket that helped. Germain maugenest first suggested to the companys london committee that pointed blankets become a regular trade item.
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