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Shawl (France)

This is a Shawl. It is dated 1850–1900 and we acquired it in 1968. Its medium is silk, cotton and its technique is twill woven. 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: 271.8 x 139.7 cm (8 ft. 11 in. x 55 in.)

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Shawl (France); silk, cotton; H x W: 271.8 x 139.7 cm (8 ft. 11 in. x 55 in.); Gift of Harvey Smith; 1968-50-2

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