British makers on board the Rajah en route to Hobart (Great Britain, dates unknown), The Rajah quilt 1841. Pieced-medallion style, unlined coverlet: cotton sheeting and chintz appliqué, silk thread embroidery, 325.0 x 337.2 cm. Gift of Les Hollings and the Australian Textiles Fund 1989.

British makers on board the Rajah en route to Hobart, The Rajah quilt 1841

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British makers on board the Rajah en route to Hobart, The Rajah quilt 1841

British makers on board the Rajah en route to Hobart, The Rajah quilt 1841