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Band (Italy)

This is a Band. It is dated 16th century and we acquired it in 1938. Its medium is linen and its technique is grid of withdrawn element needle lace (reticella). It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Margaret Taylor Johnstone. It is credited Gift of Margaret Taylor Johnstone.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 29 x 6.7 cm (11 7/16 x 2 5/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Band (Italy); linen; H x W: 29 x 6.7 cm (11 7/16 x 2 5/8 in.); Gift of Margaret Taylor Johnstone; 1938-73-3

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