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Mola (Panama)

This is a Mola. It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1966. Its medium is cotton and its technique is reverse appliqué. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 73 x 66 cm (28 3/4 in. x 26 in.)

Cite this object as

Mola (Panama); cotton; H x W: 73 x 66 cm (28 3/4 in. x 26 in.); 1966-93-1

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