Historical information
This patchwork cushion was handmade in 1898 by Sarah Jane Jones (nee Emerson). It is an example of needlework created in the late 19th century.
Significance
The cushion is significant for is example of handmade craft and needlework used in the late 19th century for home decor.
Physical description
Round patchwork cushion. Handmade by Sarah Jane Jones (nee Emerson) in 1898.
Subjects
- flagstaff hill,
- flagstaff hill maritime museum and village,
- warrnambool,
- maritime museum,
- maritime village,
- great ocean road,
- shipwreck coast,
- cushion,
- soft furnishing,
- 1898,
- victorian,
- handmade,
- patchwork,
- craft,
- handcraft,
- sewing,
- hobby,
- needlework