Quilt No.213NGV - National Gallery of Victoria
Description:
Patchwork cover made of fine pieces of coloured patterned silks with plain black silks, cut into diamond shapes and sewn together to create the block pattern. No padding or backing.
1625 x 1371mm
1625 x 1371mm
History:
Maker unknown. Made in England or Australia, c.1850 -1860. Previously owned by Lady Cohen, now owned by the National Gallery of Victoria.
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