Early 20th Century American Square Patchwork Quilt
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Early 20th Century American Square Patchwork Quilt
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- Dimensions:Height: 72 in (182.88 cm)Width: 65 in (165.1 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1900-1909
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- Seller Location:Barrington, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 21241stDibs: LU8224241262642
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