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Pillow Cover (USA), 19th century

This is a Pillow cover. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1956. Its medium is cotton and its technique is stenciled on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Museum purchase from Au Panier Fleuri Fund.

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Pillow Cover (USA), 19th century; cotton; Museum purchase from Au Panier Fleuri Fund; 1956-86-1

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