Quilt No.587MW - Margaret Wilson

Margaret Wilson
Owner: 
Margaret Wilson
Location: 
NSW Riverina
Maker
Maker: 
Unknown
Made in
TAHITI
Date: 
1921 - 1940
Description: 
Hand stitched appliqued quilt or banner. Different hand stitching indicates applique was probably done by several people. There is no padding. The backing is calico.
2230 x 2140mm
History: 

The maker of the quilt is unknown. It is thought to have been a presentation gift to the present owner's aunt and uncle when they left Tahiti c.1930. It is not used now.

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