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Quilt (France), early 18th century

This is a Quilt. It is dated early 18th century and we acquired it in 1951. Its medium is cotton and its technique is quilted, corded. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Museum purchase through gift of Mrs. Samuel W. Bridgham.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 136 × 92 cm (53 9/16 × 36 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Quilt (France), early 18th century; cotton; H x W: 136 × 92 cm (53 9/16 × 36 1/4 in.); Museum purchase through gift of Mrs. Samuel W. Bridgham; 1951-46-1

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