Haversack knapsack, blue and white vintage overshot fashion coverlet, leather flap, off white cotton strap, antler closure, 18th-19th century

A haversack was commonly used by 18th and 19th century travelers and soldiers to carry food and personal gear.

This listing is for a hand crafted haversack. The front and back of the bag is cut from a vintage blue and white overshot woven coverlet with a canvas lining. The flap is a soft, rust colored leather fashion with a pillow ticking lining. The closure uses a leather loop and an antler piece that is about 2 1/4" across. The 1 1/2" wide strap is natural colored webbing and is about 46" in length. This haversack is about 13 1/4" wide and about 14 1/2" tall when closed.