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Towel (Greece), 18th century

This is a Towel. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1955. Its medium is silk, raw silk and its technique is withdrawn element work with embroidery on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Provident Securities Co. and Estate of Mr. & Mrs. William H. Crocker. It is credited Gift of Provident Securities Company from the Estate of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Crocker.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 89 x 43 cm (35 1/16 x 16 15/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Towel (Greece), 18th century; silk, raw silk; H x W: 89 x 43 cm (35 1/16 x 16 15/16 in.); Gift of Provident Securities Company from the Estate of Mr. and Mrs. William H. Crocker; 1955-133-10

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