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Purse (USA)

This is a Purse. It is dated ca. 1880 and we acquired it in 1916. Its medium is wool, silk, cotton lining and its technique is embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. William P. Treadwell. It is credited Gift of Mrs. William P. Treadwell.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 12 x 14 cm (4 3/4 x 5 1/2 in.)

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Purse (USA); wool, silk, cotton lining; H x W: 12 x 14 cm (4 3/4 x 5 1/2 in.); Gift of Mrs. William P. Treadwell; 1916-33-178

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