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Cape For An Ecclesiastical Figurine (France), 1750–99

This is a Cape for an ecclesiastical figurine. It is dated 1750–99. Its medium is silk, metal sequins, paillettes and its technique is embroidered on satin weave; lined with twill. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Maria Cannon. It is credited Gift of Miss Maria Cannon.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 34.4 x 56.8 cm (13 9/16 x 22 3/8 in.)

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Cape For An Ecclesiastical Figurine (France), 1750–99; silk, metal sequins, paillettes; H x W: 34.4 x 56.8 cm (13 9/16 x 22 3/8 in.); Gift of Miss Maria Cannon; 1899-2-3

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