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Border Or Valence (England), 17th century

This is a Border or valence. It is dated 17th century and we acquired it in 1949. Its medium is linen, wool, silk and its technique is counted stitch embroidery. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 142 x 25.5 cm (55 7/8 x 10 1/16 in.)

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Border Or Valence (England), 17th century; linen, wool, silk; H x W: 142 x 25.5 cm (55 7/8 x 10 1/16 in.); 1949-95-1

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