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Cushion Cover, David and Abishag

This is a Cushion cover. It is dated 1610–30 and we acquired it in 1926. Its medium is wool, silk and its technique is tapestry woven. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Mrs. John Innes Kane. It is credited Bequest of Mrs. John Innes Kane.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 58.4 x 56.5 cm (23 x 22 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Cushion Cover, David and Abishag; Germany; wool, silk; H x W: 58.4 x 56.5 cm (23 x 22 1/4 in.); Bequest of Mrs. John Innes Kane; 1926-22-318

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