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1920

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1968

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Purse

This is a Purse. It is dated 1900–1920 and we acquired it in 1968. Its medium is glass beads, silk, metal and its technique is knitting in crossed stockinette stitch. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Harvey Smith. It is credited Gift of Harvey Smith.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 29.2 x 20.3 cm (11 1/2 x 8 in.)

Cite this object as

Purse; glass beads, silk, metal; H x W: 29.2 x 20.3 cm (11 1/2 x 8 in.); Gift of Harvey Smith; 1968-135-36

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