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Fragment (Iran)

This is a Fragment. It is dated 17th century. Its medium is silk, metallic threads and its technique is plain compound twill with brocading (?). It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Dikran Kelekian. It is credited Gift of Dikran Kelekian.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 61.2 x 58.7 cm (24 1/8 x 23 1/8 in.)

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Fragment (Iran); silk, metallic threads; H x W: 61.2 x 58.7 cm (24 1/8 x 23 1/8 in.); Gift of Dikran Kelekian; 1899-13-9

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