Quilt No.1073BD - Beverly Downing

Beverly Downing
Owner: 
Beverly Downing
Location: 
WA Perth
Maker
Maker: 
Lilian Maud Downing
Made in
AUSTRALIA WA
Date: 
1941 - 1970
Description: 
Hand stitched quilt in repeat hexagon pattern in calico and headcloth. There is no padding and the backing is calico. 1740 x 1050mm
History: 

This quilt was made by Miss Lilian Maud Downing in Bicton WA between 1964 and 1969. It is now owned by Mrs. R. Downing.

Story: 

The quilt was completed after Lilian retired from her nursing career. The fabrics were purchased especially for the quilt. Lilian died in 1996 at the age of 95.

Lilian Maud Downing (right) in 1972
Lilian Maud Downing (right) in 1972

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