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1901

  • Work on this object began.

1964

  • We acquired this object.

  • Work on this object ended.

2012

2025

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Cap (India)

This is a Cap. It is dated early–mid-20th century and we acquired it in 1964. Its medium is cotton and its technique is embroidered on twill weave. 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.: 7.6 x 16.5 cm (3 x 6 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Cap (India); cotton; H x diam.: 7.6 x 16.5 cm (3 x 6 1/2 in.); Gift of Mrs. Daniel Deluce; 1964-61-8

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