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Ribbon (USA), mid-19th century

This is a Ribbon. It is dated mid-19th century and we acquired it in 1916. Its medium is silk and its technique is gauze weave. 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: 288.8 x 5.4 cm (9 ft. 5 11/16 in. x 2 1/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Ribbon (USA), mid-19th century; silk; H x W: 288.8 x 5.4 cm (9 ft. 5 11/16 in. x 2 1/8 in.); Gift of Mrs. William P. Treadwell; 1916-33-245-b

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