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Fringe (Italy)

This is a Fringe. It is dated 15th century and we acquired it in 1905. Its medium is gilt foil on silk core, linen and its technique is woven. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 42.5 x 21 cm (16 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Fringe (Italy); gilt foil on silk core, linen; H x W: 42.5 x 21 cm (16 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.); 1905-2-65

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