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1953

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Fragment, late 16th–early 17th century

This is a Fragment. It is dated late 16th–early 17th century and we acquired it in 1953. Its medium is silk and its technique is 5-harness satin plus 1\4 twill. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 24.5 × 38 cm (9 5/8 × 14 15/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Fragment, late 16th–early 17th century; silk; H x W: 24.5 × 38 cm (9 5/8 × 14 15/16 in.); 1953-162-35

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