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This clamshell design patchwork top is made from a variety of cotton prints, arranged in a diamond formation with plain brown/beige clamshells in between. The original papers have been left in around the edge, and a date on one paper is 1937. It was made by the aunt of the donor who lived in Ireland.
190cm x 260cm
The Quilters' Guild Collection is held by The Quilters’ Guild of the British Isles.
Registered charity no 1067361 Company limited by guarantee registration no 34476331 Charity in Scotland no. SC043174.
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