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Handkerchief, 1850–1899

This is a Handkerchief. It is dated 1850–1899 and we acquired it in 1951. Its medium is linen. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. R. Keith Kane. It is credited Gift of Mrs. R. Keith Kane from the estate of Mrs. Robert B. Noyes.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 32 × 32 cm (12 5/8 × 12 5/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Handkerchief, 1850–1899; linen; H x W: 32 × 32 cm (12 5/8 × 12 5/8 in.); Gift of Mrs. R. Keith Kane from the estate of Mrs. Robert B. Noyes; 1951-60-6

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