Clamshell Top

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Maker:
Otway-Ruthven, Jocelyn
Date:
1939 - 1959

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

Clamshell Top