Quilt No.1070DL - Delys Lubke
Owner:
Delys Lubke
Location:
NSW South East
Maker
Maker:
Sarah Lubke
Made in
AUSTRALIA NSW
Date:
1941 - 1970
Description:
Wholecloth quilt of red and green striped cotton cretonne. Top and backing are the same material. The padding is old blankets. It is machine stitched. 1580 x 1130mm
History:
The quilt was made by Mrs. Sarah Lubke about 1945 for her grandchildren. It was used constantly. It is now owned by her daughter-in-law Mrs. Delys Lubke and is sometimes used on fishing trips.
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