Textile - Patchwork Quilt, Crazy Patchwork Quilt, Begin 1892

Historical information

Donors note: Commenced by Donor's mother 1892 and worked over some years. Marriage, business and World War I saw it laid aside. She died aged 88. In 1980 a friend procured old material and threads and completed the quilt.

Physical description

Crazy patchwork using a wide variety of materials and colours. Centre panel is deep red velvet with some surface stitches. Red cord edging and cream synthetic knit lining.

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