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Border

This is a Border. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1957. Its medium is silk and its technique is needle lace, chantilly style. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Rufus King. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Rufus King.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 9 x 33.5 cm (3 9/16 x 13 3/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Border; silk; H x W: 9 x 33.5 cm (3 9/16 x 13 3/16 in.); Gift of Mrs. Rufus King; 1957-120-6

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