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Collection Record Detail
Object Name
Quilt
Object Number
1963-01-2
Description
Patchwork coverlet, honeycomb patches in mosaic design of Grandmother's Flower Garden. Five motifs across the length and three across the width, quilted following the design. Fabric of silk taffeta in navy blue, rust, olive green, lavender, peach and yello. A pale green taffeta with a lighter woven stripe and embroidered flowers in silk and metallic threads is used between these colors. Binding of olive taffeta. Backed with aqua and grey linsey woolsey and stuffed with a flannel batting.
Comment
Belonged to Mrs. Wallbridge's (Gertrude Sanford) mother in law.
Category
Date Made
ca. 1880
Dimensions
85" x 68"
Social Tags (experimental)
