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Fragment (Italy), late 16th century

This is a Fragment. It is dated late 16th century and we acquired it in 1921. Its medium is silk, metallic thread and its technique is uncut supplementary warp pile (velvet). It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Eleanor Garnier Hewitt and Sarah Cooper Hewitt. It is credited Gift of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 11.7 x 25 cm (4 5/8 x 9 13/16 in.)

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Fragment (Italy), late 16th century; silk, metallic thread; H x W: 11.7 x 25 cm (4 5/8 x 9 13/16 in.); Gift of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt; 1921-22-13

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