Quilt No.1021MP - Margaret Perrott

Margaret Perrott
Owner: 
Margaret Perrott
Location: 
WA Perth
Maker
Maker: 
Unknown
Made in
Unknown
Date: 
1901 - 1920
Description: 
Cotton quilt top in patter, the owner calls 'Tumblers'. Approximately 590 pieces, with one exception, all different patterns and colours. 2181 x 1980
History: 

Purchased approximately 1998, Perth WA, from Roberta van Maanen, 'Old Glory Quilts'. It is not used.

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