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Textile (Iran), 18th century

This is a Textile. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1956. Its medium is silk, metallic thread and its technique is plain weave with supplementary weft. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Edmond C. Pearson.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 33 × 17.5 cm (13 in. × 6 7/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Textile (Iran), 18th century; silk, metallic thread; H x W: 33 × 17.5 cm (13 in. × 6 7/8 in.); 1956-202-1

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