1930-1949
O. P. A.
Stenge, Bertha
Date Made: 1930-1949
O. P. A.
Creator: Stenge, Bertha
Location Made: Chicago, Illinois (IL) United States
Contruction: Hand Piecing, Hand Applique, Appliqued seahorses (possibly representing sardines) on pieced blocks in center and border, Inner border of distorted diamonds, flat boxes (sardine tins ?) and stuffed work representing celery and keys for tins.
Quilt Size: 77 x 87
Quilting Techniques: Hand quilting, Stuffed work
Fabrics: Other blends, Solid/plain, cotton and rayon blend
Project: Illinois Quilt Research Project; Illinois State Museum Collection
Theme of quilt is rationing by the Office of Price Administration (OPA)., 6 other quilts by Bertha in Museum's collection.
5-2-98
KID: 5-2-98
