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Original
Original
Original
Primary Pattern
Original
Quiltmaker
Meckstroth, Bertha A.
Geographical Origin
Made in
Glencoe,
Illinois,
United States
Descriptive Categories
Studio Quilt
Primary Technique
Appliqued, Reverse
Other Techniques
Pieced, Hand
Dimensions (LxW)
96.5
47
245
119
Date Range
1930-1940
Primary Fiber
Silk
Primary Fabric
Broadcloth/Muslin
Quilt Stitches/Inch
8-8
Binding
Straight Applied
Inscription Type
None
IQM Collection
Elizabeth Morrow Collection
IQM Object Number
2018.111.0011
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