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Pidan Temple Hanging (Cambodia), 1900–1969

This is a Pidan temple hanging. It is dated 1900–1969 and we acquired it in 1969. Its medium is silk and its technique is tied resist patterning in weft (ikat) on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Clara Waldeck. It is credited Gift of Clara Waldeck.

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Its dimensions are

H x W: 202.5 x 86.4 cm (79 3/4 x 34 in.)

Cite this object as

Pidan Temple Hanging (Cambodia), 1900–1969; silk; H x W: 202.5 x 86.4 cm (79 3/4 x 34 in.); Gift of Clara Waldeck; 1969-170-17

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