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Cora Parker Collection

Cora Parker, a talented creator from the late 1930s to early 1940s, left behind an impressive legacy of craftsmanship and artistry

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Quilt, c. 1939. Creators: Carmel Wilson, Cora Parker

Quilt, c. 1939. Creators: Carmel Wilson, Cora Parker
Quilt, c. 1939

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Green Bottle, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker

Green Bottle, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Green Bottle, c. 1938

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Sun Bonnet, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker

Sun Bonnet, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker
Sun Bonnet, c. 1939

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Watercolor Painting, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker

Watercolor Painting, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker
Watercolor Painting, c. 1939

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Comb, c. 1940. Creator: Cora Parker

Comb, c. 1940. Creator: Cora Parker
Comb, c. 1940

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Pie Plate and Cup Plate, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker

Pie Plate and Cup Plate, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Pie Plate and Cup Plate, c. 1938

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Childs chair, probably 1938. Creator: Cora Parker

Childs chair, probably 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Childs chair, probably 1938

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Childs High Chair, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker

Childs High Chair, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Childs High Chair, c. 1938

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Childs Chair (View of Seat Bottom), c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker

Childs Chair (View of Seat Bottom), c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Childs Chair (View of Seat Bottom), c. 1938

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker

Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1938

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Quilted and Pieced Coverlet, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker

Quilted and Pieced Coverlet, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Quilted and Pieced Coverlet, c. 1938

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Crib Quilt, c. 1937. Creator: Cora Parker

Crib Quilt, c. 1937. Creator: Cora Parker
Crib Quilt, c. 1937

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Lamp, c. 1937. Creator: Cora Parker

Lamp, c. 1937. Creator: Cora Parker
Lamp, c. 1937

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Mason Jar, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker

Mason Jar, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker
Mason Jar, c. 1939

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Doll, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker

Doll, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker
Doll, c. 1939

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Powder Horn, c. 1940. Creator: Cora Parker

Powder Horn, c. 1940. Creator: Cora Parker
Powder Horn, c. 1940

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Dolls Bonnet, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker

Dolls Bonnet, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker
Dolls Bonnet, c. 1939

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Top of Letter Sander, c. 1940. Creator: Cora Parker

Top of Letter Sander, c. 1940. Creator: Cora Parker
Top of Letter Sander, c. 1940

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Baby Dress, c. 1940. Creator: Cora Parker

Baby Dress, c. 1940. Creator: Cora Parker
Baby Dress, c. 1940

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Velvet Pieced Quilt, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker

Velvet Pieced Quilt, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Velvet Pieced Quilt, c. 1938

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Sewing Bird, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker

Sewing Bird, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Sewing Bird, c. 1938

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Childs Stocking, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker

Childs Stocking, c. 1938. Creator: Cora Parker
Childs Stocking, c. 1938

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Flat Iron Stand, c. 1940. Creator: Cora Parker

Flat Iron Stand, c. 1940. Creator: Cora Parker
Flat Iron Stand, c. 1940

Background imageCora Parker Collection: Quilt - Grape Pattern, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker

Quilt - Grape Pattern, c. 1939. Creator: Cora Parker
Quilt - Grape Pattern, c. 1939


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Cora Parker, a talented creator from the late 1930s to early 1940s, left behind an impressive legacy of craftsmanship and artistry. Her quilts were truly works of art, with intricate patterns and meticulous stitching that showcased her skill and dedication. One such quilt, created in 1939 by Carmel Wilson under Cora Parker's guidance, is a stunning example of their collaborative efforts. In addition to quilting, it also had a knack for other artistic endeavors. She crafted a beautiful green bottle in 1938 that exuded elegance and sophistication. The attention to detail was evident in every curve and contour of this unique piece. Another masterpiece attributed to the Sun Bonnet she created in 1939. This charming accessory not only protected its wearer from the sun but also served as a fashion statement with its delicate design. Cora Parker's talent extended beyond fabric arts into watercolor painting. In 1939, she painted a captivating scene that captured nature's beauty with vibrant colors and graceful brushstrokes. But it wasn't just art that occupied Cora Parker's creative mind; she also excelled at crafting functional items like combs and pie plates. Her comb designs were both practical and stylish while her pie plates boasted durability combined with aesthetic appeal. Parker even turned her attention towards children's furniture - creating chairs high chairs specifically designed for little ones' comfort during mealtime or playtime activities. The child-sized chair featured intricate details on its seat bottom which added charm to any room it graced. One notable creation by Cora Parker was an exquisite whale oil lamp made in 1938 - showcasing her ability to transform everyday objects into pieces of beauty through careful craftsmanship. Quilting remained one of Cora Parker's passions throughout her career as evidenced by the numerous coverlets she produced over the years. A quilted and pieced coverlet from 1938 stands as a testament to her dedication and talent.