Artifact Number:
1974.021
Object:
Quilt, hawaiian
Kapa kuiki
Material:
textile (cotton)
Dimensions:
175.26 x 175.26 cm
Origin:
Hawaii, Polynesia
Comments:
Named "Kuu Hae Aloha". This quilt is of the Kalakaua period, as indicated by the two crowns present in the coat-of-arms design. The Union Jack designs are machine sewn and then hand appliqued to the quilt. According to the donor, Prince Kuhio willed this quilt to her husband, Mr. Potter, a ""gambling buddy" of his. Mr. Potter was born in Rochester, Minnesota and died in 1961.. Late 19th-early 20th century.
Collection Name: Norine Potter Kennedy
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