Quilt No.77JPM - Jindera Pioneer Museum
Description:
Cot quilt. All cotton, deep blue, floral and cream pieces joined in squares and half squares. Machine sewn and quilted. Backing is cotton similar to sheeting, with a spot design. There is possibly thin padding.
1370 x 780 mm
1370 x 780 mm
History:
Unknown.
Story:
Unknown.
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