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1984.34.15.s - Crazy quilt block

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Object Typeblock, quilt Place MadeNorth America: United States, New York, Buffalo Date Made1880-1891

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Object Typeblock, quilt Place MadeNorth America: United States, New York, Buffalo Date Made1880-1891
Accession Number 1984.34.15.s Title Crazy quilt block Category Textileworking Tools & Equipment Object Type block, quilt Creator Hyman, Georgie Anna Date Made 1880-1891 Place Made North America: United States, New York, Buffalo Culture North American Cultural Region North American Measurements overall: 41 cm x 23.5 cm Description
diamond-shaped crazy quilt block with velvet and silk patches; patches features a duck, a green frog and an animal head in stemstitching; a variety of decorative stitches are used to cover the seam among others…
diamond-shaped crazy quilt block with velvet and silk patches; patches features a duck, a green frog and an animal head in stemstitching; a variety of decorative stitches are used to cover the seam among others blanket and feather stitching. Basted on light brown woolen batting and on cotton backing.
Credit Line Donated by Pat McCormack

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"1984.34.15.s - Crazy quilt block, Anne Lambert Clothing and Textiles Collection." University of Alberta Museums Search Site, https://search.museums.ualberta.ca/13-175383. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.