Quilt No.1018IW - Irma Whitford

Irma Whitford
Owner: 
Irma Whitford
Location: 
WA Perth
Maker
Maker: 
Unknown
Made in
AUSTRALIA
Date: 
1941 - 1970
Description: 
Pieced repeat block in 'Dresden Plate' pattern in a variety of fabrics with pink and pale blue predominating. Scalloped outer edge. Machine pieced and hand quilted, with echo quilting of four petals between the 'Dresden Plates'. The padding is polyester, and the backing is white calico. 2600 x 1630 mm.
History: 

Purchased at a charity shop in Fremantle for $30. Nothing else known. It is currently being used.

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