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Towel

This is a Towel. It is dated 16th century and we acquired it in 1931. Its medium is silk embroidery, linen foundation and its technique is embroidered on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Eleanor Garnier Hewitt.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 133.3 × 69.3 cm (52 1/2 × 27 5/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Towel; silk embroidery, linen foundation; H x W: 133.3 × 69.3 cm (52 1/2 × 27 5/16 in.); 1931-27-1

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