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1943

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Hanging, Yellow Ovoids

This is a Hanging. It was designed by Barbro Nilsson. It is dated 1943 and we acquired it in 1964. Its medium is linen, wool and its technique is tapestry weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Miss Elizabeth Gordon. It is credited Gift of Elizabeth Gordon.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 245.1 x 124.5 cm (96 1/2 x 49 in.)

Cite this object as

Hanging, Yellow Ovoids; Designed by Barbro Nilsson (Swedish, 1899 – 1983); Sweden; linen, wool; H x W: 245.1 x 124.5 cm (96 1/2 x 49 in.); Gift of Elizabeth Gordon; 1964-24-42

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibition The Cooper-Hewitt Collections: A Design Resource.

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