A patchwork coverlet of ivory, scarlet and navy blue wool, the centre with an ivory octagon bordered with frames of increasing sizes infilled with squares, diamonds and triangles--82 x 70in. (205 x 175cm.), second half of 19th century, backed

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A patchwork coverlet of ivory, scarlet and navy blue wool, the centre with an ivory octagon bordered with frames of increasing sizes infilled with squares, diamonds and triangles--82 x 70in. (205 x 175cm.), second half of 19th century, backed
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Traditionally, these patchworks are thought to have been made from uniforms or blankets, often by soldiers in service. See "Patchwork", Averil Colby, 1978, p.128.

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