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Plummer T. Pettway, “Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Variation Quilt”, Boykin, Alabama, United State…
Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Variation Quilt
Plummer T. Pettway, “Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Variation Quilt”, Boykin, Alabama, United State…
Plummer T. Pettway, “Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Variation Quilt”, Boykin, Alabama, United States, 1991, Cotton and synthetics, 71 1/2 x 72 3/4 in., Collection of the American Folk Art Museum, Gift of Helen and Robert Cargo, 1991.33.1. Photo by Adam Reich.
Record Details

Courthouse Steps Log Cabin Variation Quilt

Artist ((1918–1993))
Place/RegionBoykin, Alabama, United States
Date1991
MediumCotton and synthetics
Dimensions71 1/2 x 72 3/4 " (181.6 x 184.8 cm)
Credit LineGift of Helen and Robert Cargo
Accession number1991.33.1
ClassificationTextiles
Photo CreditAdam Reich
Copyright© Artist Rights Society (ARS), New York
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