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Fragment (Peru), 300–100 BC

This is a Fragment. It is dated 300–100 BC and we acquired it in 1971. Its medium is wool and its technique is embroidered in stem stitch on plain weave foundation. It is a part of the Textiles department.

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

Its dimensions are

H x W: 10.2 x 7 cm (4 x 2 3/4 in.)

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Fragment (Peru), 300–100 BC; wool; H x W: 10.2 x 7 cm (4 x 2 3/4 in.); Bequest of Marian Hague; 1971-50-3

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