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Handkerchief

This is a Handkerchief. It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1931. Its medium is linen and its technique is printed. It is a part of the Textiles department.

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

Cite this object as

Handkerchief; linen; Gift of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt; 1931-73-145-j

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