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1959

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Shawl (India), 1790–1825

This is a Shawl. It is dated 1790–1825 and we acquired it in 1959. Its medium is wool and its technique is tapestry weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 81 × 73 cm (31 7/8 × 28 3/4 in.)

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Shawl (India), 1790–1825; wool; H x W: 81 × 73 cm (31 7/8 × 28 3/4 in.); 1959-60-1-a

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