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Fragment (China), late 18th–early 19th century

This is a Fragment. It is dated late 18th–early 19th century and we acquired it in 1906. Its medium is pineapple fiber (warp); silk (weft); tempera and its technique is printed and painted on gauze. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Jacob H. Schiff. It is credited Gift of Jacob H. Schiff.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 102.7 x 74.6 cm (40 7/16 x 29 3/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Fragment (China), late 18th–early 19th century; pineapple fiber (warp); silk (weft); tempera; H x W: 102.7 x 74.6 cm (40 7/16 x 29 3/8 in.); Gift of Jacob H. Schiff; 1906-21-29

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