An illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket. Hudsons bay point blanket, red scarlet with black stripes however, the most famous hb blankets are the white ones with four colored lines on each side red, black, green and yellow. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudson s bay company and other companies trading in north america. An illustrated history of the hudsons bay point blanket, written by noted hudsons bay point blanket collector harold tichenor. The collectors guide to point blankets canadian roadstories. A brief history of canadas iconic hudsons bay blanket. Textile museum of canada this short video provides more information about the hudsons bay point blanket. Why some folks feel weird about hudson s bay blankets.
When talking about hudson bay blankets the point system is often mentioned. The blanket, 2002, by harold tichenor, hardcover, published by the quantum book group, 80 pages an illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket from the prologue. The iconic hudson s bay point blanket has a complicated history with indigenous people in canada. The plains indians often wore the blankets instead of buffalo robes and used them to make coats. A hudsons bay point blanket is a type of wool blanket traded by the hudsons bay company. Hbc stripes iconic multi stripe point blanket, offering the modern energy, style and personalized service of the bay stores, in an enhanced, easytonavigate shopping experience. The origin of the hudson bay company point blanket point blankets are wool blankets marked on one edge with black or indigo stripes.
Hi i am trying to determine the age and value of this blanket. Hbc heritage our history the hbc point blanket history. 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. Hbc heritage our history the hbc point blanket faqs. According to the official company history, the hudsons bay company hbc is the oldest company in north america, being founded in 1670.
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. 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. Aug 03, 2017 it may look like a common household item now but the hudsons bay point blanket is one of the most significant blankets in the world. 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. Dec 18, 2018 the point blanket site researcher and consultant harold tichenor provides valuable information about the history of the point blanket. Buy a point blanket direct from the bay and you may get a copy for free. Why some folks feel weird about hudsons bay blankets cbc radio. For more information, visit the hbc point blanket page.
Hudson s bay point blankets the warmest blankets ever. These blankets first appeared in canadian trading posts in the 1700s, and aside from bedding, they. 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. 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. Jan 11, 20 photo via very few blankets hold the iconic status that hudson s bay point blankets do.
The hudsons bay company hbc had been trading blankets since the company incorporated in 1670. After finishing his first book for the hbc the blanket. May 09, 2017 according to point blanket collector and historical expert harold lee tichenor, author of the blanket. Bean classic since 1925, this heritage striped wool blanket is practically windproof and water repellent to keep you warm and dry. First commissioned by hudsons bay company hbc in 1800, the multistripe design lives on as a testament to our shared canadian heritage.
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. The metis peoples fashioned the blanket into a wrap coat with hood and fringing called a capote. First commissioned by hudson s bay company hbc in 1800, the multistripe design lives on as a testament to our shared canadian heritage. Why some folks feel weird about hudsons bay blankets. John chagnon shows you one of our bestsellers the hudson s bay point blankets. 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.
Absolutely fascinating history of the hudsons bay companys point blanket. To read about the history of the point blanket coat read hudsons bay point. The retailer is issuing a series of limitededition blankets from its point blanket collection. A 4 point required 4 pelts where as an 8 point required 8 pelts. For more information, visit the hudsons bay point blanket page. Our history the hbc point blanket hudsons bay company. Yes, the edges are not hemmed but i find after a while they become soft and felted and it is.
Points were identified by the indigo lines woven into the side of each blanket. Determining age and value of hudson bay blanket the ebay. Bed blankets free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Hudsons bay point blanket the canadian encyclopedia. Mar 19, 2018 it was time to look further into the iconic status of the hudsons bay point blanket. Hudson bay blankets by woolrich from dann, complete collection. These stripped blankets were created by the hudson s bay company in the northern part of north america in 1780. Hudson bay 4 point blanket, natural with multi stripes. A foundation, hudson s bay company history foundation funded through the tax savings resulting from the donation, was established to support the operations of the hbc archive as a division of the archives of manitoba, along with other activities and programs. According to the official company history, blankets had been taken to hudson bay as trade goods as far back. For books and films referenced in this episode please visit our website. A common misconception of the point system when talking about hudson bay blankets the point system is often mentioned. 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.
It is steeped in both history and prestige points such as these denoted the value of 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. Curriculum services canada learn more about the hbc point blanket from this educational youtube video. 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 blankets were typically traded to first nations and native americans in.
Now, 300 years later, the blanket and its many iterations. If you are interested in anything to with the fur trade then i heartily recommend it. White hudson s bay blankets with black, red or blue stripes belonged to the most widespread within the 19th century. For well over two centuries, the hudson s bay point blanket has been an iconic product in canada and around the world. Hudson bay company book hudson bay blanket, hudson bay, bay. With its proud stripes and distinctive black markings. It will last a lifetime, according to leon leonwood bean himself, who always kept one on hand even in his car. Ok, all you blanket freaks out there may be interested in reading a book by harold tichenor entitled the blanket, an illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket. 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. A blanket so importantit even has a book written about it. Good introduction to the history of the hudson s bay company and the blanket. Hudson bay blankets dont just last a lifetime hanks. Hudson bay point blanket add the little black stripes in to the blanket hudson s bay four point blanket. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Get the best deals on hudson bay blanket when you shop the largest. Jun 15, 2017 the feud between the hudsons bay company and the northwest company. Harold tichenor welcome to the site exclusively dedicated to point blankets. The blankets currently come in 4 point, 6 point, and 8 point. 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. Top in 1929, hudsons bay company used the gold variant of the seal a4 label on the first runs of their newly introduced line of pastel coloured point blankets.
Point blankets as coats point blankets have also been used as coats, either premade and sold by the hudson s bay company or recut into garments. Introduced to the north american wilderness in 1779. Cinetel, bowen island 2003, 128 pp, colour illustrations, spiral bound for field use. Hudsons bay company has commissioned these fine englishmade woolen blankets since 1780, many becoming heirlooms that are passed on from one. So make sure when you purchase your hudson bay blanket it is an original. According to the official company history, blankets had been taken to hudson bay. The hudsons bay rewards account must be in the same name and address as the cardaccount. We dive into the history of the hudson s bay company and unpack the very complicated story of the iconic striped blanket. Hudson bay company book have it as my coffee table book.
Choose from buffalo check, plaids, solids and stripes in a wide range of sizes and weights. Harold lee tichenor, point blanket collector and consultant to hudsons bay company, has written two books on point blankets and their. Hudsons bay marks anniversary with iconic blankets home. And it was the striped hudson s bay company point blanket that helped pioneer the way. An illustrated history of the hudson s bay blanket, by 1700, blankets represented more than. An illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket at. Lots more to know here but this is an entertaining start. With its rich history and timeless pattern, the hudson s bay point blanket has become commonplace in cabin decor and is something to be handed down from generation to generation. 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. The complicated history of the hudsons bay point blanket.
Photo via very few blankets hold the iconic status that hudson s bay point blankets do. Buy hudson bay 6 point blanket, natural with multi stripes. It is a 2 point cream color with the black, yellow, red and green stripes on both ends. Once points have been converted to hudsons bay rewards points, they are subject to the full hudsons bay rewards program terms and conditions. This lavishly illustrated book tells the remarkable story of the blanket that has covered centuries. A brief history of canadas iconic hudsons bay blanket mental floss. Typically, the wool blankets were traded with native americans for pelts. 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. From the research i have done, i believe it dates between 1950s to 1970s. 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. Hudsons bay point blanket, illustrated history ebay. Apr 11, 2020 the hudson s 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.
Hudson bay company book hudson bay blanket, hudson bay. New listing vtg hudson bay company 3 12 point wool blanket 82x 60. For over fifteen years i have been researching the history of these blankets and recently published two books on the subject. An illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket. The native peoples valued them for several reasons they were warm, durable, lightweight and very useful as clothing. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay. It is available from the museum of the fur trade in chadron, nebraska.
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 great prices. The company is named for the hudson bay and the blankets were typically traded to first nations in exchange for beaver pelts. The companys point blanket has been an iconic product for hudson s bay. Yes, the title is a bit of a mouthful, but it has become a standard reference for antique. Hudson s bay point blankets are made of 100% wool and are preshrunk as part of the manufacturing process, so you can hand wash your blanket in a gentle detergent like zero or woollite.
These are soft, warm, and so durable they can be passed on down from generation to generation. Hudsons bay point blanket the iconic blanket has its. Absolutely fascinating history of the hudson s bay companys point blanket. And it was the striped hudsons bay company point blanket that helped. When autoconvert is turned on you will not be able to convert points to hudsons bay rewards points.
Hbc heritage is an internal department of hudson s bay company. A friend gave me a vintage hudson s bay point blanket that is a bit moth eaten a friend gave me a vintage hudson s bay point blanket that is a bit moth eaten in sections, so i decided to cut it up and make a capote hooded coat. Find great deals on ebay for point blanket and hudson bay blanket. Point blankets are a type of trade blanket and are most closely associated. In 1890, hbc began adding labels to their blankets because point blankets of similar. When i awoke this morning, i knew that i wouldnt be out of bed for long. The label is white with orange lettering and reads hudson bay point bl. Search for library items search for lists search for.
Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library. The collectors guide to point blankets of the hudsons bay company and other companies trading in north america. For well over two centuries, the hudson s bay point blanket has been a canadian icon associated with legends of exploration and the development of the nation. Hbc heritage is an internal department of hudsons bay company. Aug 12, 2018 and it was the striped hudsons bay company point blanket that helped pioneer the way.
For over two centuries, the hudsons bay point blanket has been an iconic product. Many people are led to believe that the points stood for the number of beaver pelts that were required to obtain the blanket. Point blankets are a type of trade blanket and are most closely associated with the hudson s bay company who have been marketing them into north america since 1779. An illustrated history of the hudson s bay point blanket, written by noted hbc point blanket collector harold tichenor. It was time to look further into the iconic status of the hudson s bay point blanket.
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