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Valance (France)

This is a Valance. It is dated late 18th century and we acquired it in 1957. Its medium is cotton, wool and its technique is chain stitch embroidery on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 51.5 x 53.5 cm (20 1/4 x 21 1/16 in.) Repeat H x W: 151.5 x 53.5 cm (59 5/8 x 21 1/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Valance (France); cotton, wool; H x W x D: 51.5 x 53.5 cm (20 1/4 x 21 1/16 in.) Repeat H x W: 151.5 x 53.5 cm (59 5/8 x 21 1/16 in.); 1957-157-2

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