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Towel

This is a Towel. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1971. Its medium is silk and metallic thread on linen and its technique is embroidery. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Marian Hague. It is credited Bequest of Marian Hague.

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Towel; silk and metallic thread on linen; Bequest of Marian Hague; 1971-50-140

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