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Border

This is a Border. It is dated 16th–17th century and we acquired it in 1971. Its medium is natural linen and its technique is grid of laid cords with needle lace, reticella style; edge of punto in aria. 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: 4 × 29.1 cm (1 9/16 × 11 7/16 in.)

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Border; natural linen; H x W: 4 × 29.1 cm (1 9/16 × 11 7/16 in.); Bequest of Marian Hague; 1971-50-306

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