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1952

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2013

2025

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Coverlet (Malta)

This is a Coverlet. It is dated 17th century and we acquired it in 1952. Its medium is silk and its technique is embroidered on plain weave; with knotted tufts. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 248 x 169 cm (8 ft. 1 5/8 in. x 5 ft. 6 9/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Coverlet (Malta); silk; H x W: 248 x 169 cm (8 ft. 1 5/8 in. x 5 ft. 6 9/16 in.); 1952-81-1

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