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Border (China), 19th century

This is a Border. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1949. Its medium is cotton and its technique is cross stitch embroidery. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 37.5 x 240 cm (14 3/4 in. x 7 ft. 10 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Border (China), 19th century; cotton; H x W: 37.5 x 240 cm (14 3/4 in. x 7 ft. 10 1/2 in.); 1949-40-1

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