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Fragment (Italy), 18th century

This is a Fragment. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1923. Its medium is silk and its technique is damassé (5-harness satin plus 1/4 twill). It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen. It is credited Gift of Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen.

Its dimensions are

Warp x Weft: 48 x 75.3 cm (18 7/8 x 29 5/8 in.)

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Fragment (Italy), 18th century; silk; Warp x Weft: 48 x 75.3 cm (18 7/8 x 29 5/8 in.); Gift of Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen; 1923-7-13

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