Quilt No.108QWH - Queensland Women's Historical Assoc.
Owner:
Queensland Women's Historical Assoc.
Location:
QLD Brisbane
Maker
Maker:
Unknown
Made in
Unknown
Patterms
Date:
Unknown
Description:
Cotton crazy patchwork quilt. Plain and printed fabrics including tartans. Fringe of gold knitting wool. Machine zig zag stitching over seams. Backing is grey wool.
1449 x 1449mm
1449 x 1449mm
History:
Unknown
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