Woollen Wholecloth Quilt

Date made: c.1850

Place made: Andreas

Description: A red woollen wholecloth quilt, the top of which is made of two sections of fabric sewn together.

The quilt is backed with a cream blanket and is hand-quilted in a zig-zag pattern.

The quilt belonged to the donor's mother's family, the Cubbons of Ballacleator Farm, St Judes, Andreas and is thought to possibly date from the early 19th century.

Measurements: overall: 200 x 173 cm

Materials: wool

Object name: quilt

Collection: Costume & Textiles Collection

ID Number: 2003-0313

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