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Shawl (India), 19th century

This is a Shawl. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1937. Its medium is wook and its technique is embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Elisha Dyer. It is credited Gift of Elisha Dyer.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 202.6 x 192 cm (6 ft. 7 3/4 in. x 6 ft. 3 9/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Shawl (India), 19th century; wook; H x W: 202.6 x 192 cm (6 ft. 7 3/4 in. x 6 ft. 3 9/16 in.); Gift of Elisha Dyer; 1937-52-1

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