Quilt No.716EGV - Embroiderers' Guild Victoria
Owner:
Embroiderers' Guild Victoria
Location:
VIC Melbourne
Maker
Maker:
Unknown
Made in
Unknown
Date:
Unknown
Description:
Fine linen wholecloth quilt with all over cord quilting using back stitch and running stitch. The quilting is an elaborate pattern of flowers and leaves. It is a cradle or cot quilt. There is a cotton backing.
1030 x 840mm
1030 x 840mm
History:
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