Collection | 2001 National Quilt Register Collection by PWH |
Register No. | 318JT |
Owner | Julie Treacy |
Location | QLD |
Maker | Stan Treacy |
Origin | AUSTRALIA QLD |
Pattern | Animal Skins Pieced |
Date | pre 1960 |
Dimensions (H x W in cm) | 214 x 206 |
History
Made before 1960 by Stan Treacy (1916-1988), a shearer in the Roma and Charleville area of Queensland. Owned by Stan, now owned by Julie and Pat Treacy. Known as 'Poppy's rug'. Kangaroos were shot in winter between shearing commitments. Stan made only two kangaroo rugs; he enjoyed making leather belts etc.Description
Animal skin rug made from rough rectangles of kangaroo skins, hand sewn together with leather thonging. Backing is woollen blankets.2135 x 2057mm
This is a historical record and cannot be modified.