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Napkin (possibly Germany), 1731

This is a Napkin. It is dated 1731 and we acquired it in 1937. Its medium is linen and its technique is damask. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

Warp x Weft: 95 x 81.5 cm (37 3/8 x 32 1/16 in.)

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Napkin (possibly Germany), 1731; linen; Warp x Weft: 95 x 81.5 cm (37 3/8 x 32 1/16 in.); 1937-44-1

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