Quilt No.1089BB - Mrs. B. Beck
Owner:
Mrs. B. Beck
Location:
NSW Riverina
Maker
Maker:
Unknown
Made in
AUSTRALIA NSW
Date:
1921 - 1940
Description:
Utility quilt made from large squares of reused woollen materials joined in strips. All hand sewn. There is no padding and the backing is a piece of woollen material. 2000 x 1300mm
History:
The maker is unknown. The present owner purchased the quilt at the Smith Family store in Wagga Wagga NSW. It is used.
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