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Cap (Egypt)

This is a Cap. It is dated 18th–19th century and we acquired it in 1964. Its medium is silk, metallic threads and its technique is embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Daniel Deluce. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Daniel Deluce.

Its dimensions are

H x diam.: 10.2 x 17.8 cm (4 x 7 in.)

Cite this object as

Cap (Egypt); silk, metallic threads; H x diam.: 10.2 x 17.8 cm (4 x 7 in.); Gift of Mrs. Daniel Deluce; 1964-61-1

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