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Fragment (China), 17th century

This is a Fragment. It is dated 17th century and we acquired it in 1949. Its medium is silk and its technique is plain compound satin. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Walter Hochstadter. It is credited Gift of Walter Hochstradter.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 21.3 x 7.6 cm (8 3/8 x 3 in.)

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Fragment (China), 17th century; silk; H x W: 21.3 x 7.6 cm (8 3/8 x 3 in.); Gift of Walter Hochstradter; 1949-92-11

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