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Lula Bell Brown African American Quilt

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Description

hand written tag with makers name and info. born Sept 18th 1903 in Harengo County Alabama. Quilt made 1986 in Dallas County Alabama. 69" x 88" - from the collection of Larry Hackley

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Lula Bell Brown African American Quilt

Name: Lula Bell Brown African American Quilt
SKU: 160248224
Price: 600 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $4,000

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