Quilt No.115NTQ - National Trust of Australia (QLD)
Owner:
National Trust of Australia (QLD)
Location:
QLD South West
Maker
Maker:
Unknown
Made in
Unknown
Patterms
Date:
Unknown
Description:
Crazy patchwork quilt with mainly patterned pieces in a wide variety of designs and colours. Backing is wholecloth patterned cotton. The quilt is edged with a checked bias binding. Machine construction.
2299 x 1449mm
2299 x 1449mm
History:
Unknown
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