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Handkerchief (USA)

This is a Handkerchief. It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1938. Its medium is linen and its technique is embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Norvin Hewitt Green. It is credited Gift of Norvin Hewitt Green.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 45 × 45 cm (17 11/16 × 17 11/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Handkerchief (USA); linen; H x W: 45 × 45 cm (17 11/16 × 17 11/16 in.); Gift of Norvin Hewitt Green; 1938-58-1211

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