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Fragment, Violet and Columbine

This is a Fragment. It was designed by William Morris and made by Merton Abbey. It is dated 1883 and we acquired it in 1951. Its medium is wool, mohair and its technique is woven on hand-loom jacquard. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Robert W. Friedel. It is credited Gift of Robert W. Friedel.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 36 x 20 cm (14 3/16 x 7 7/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Fragment, Violet and Columbine; Designed by William Morris (British, 1834–1896); Made by Merton Abbey; England; wool, mohair; H x W: 36 x 20 cm (14 3/16 x 7 7/8 in.); Gift of Robert W. Friedel; 1951-103-3

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