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Border (Italy), early 17th century

This is a Border. It is dated early 17th century and we acquired it in 1971. Its medium is linen and its technique is needle lace, early 17th c. and style. 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: 9 × 22.8 cm (3 9/16 in. × 9 in.)

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Border (Italy), early 17th century; linen; H x W: 9 × 22.8 cm (3 9/16 in. × 9 in.); Bequest of Marian Hague; 1971-50-315

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