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Orphrey Fragment, 16th century

This is a Orphrey fragment. It is dated 16th century and we acquired it in 1971. Its medium is silk, metallic thread on linen and its technique is embroidered. 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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Orphrey Fragment, 16th century; silk, metallic thread on linen; Bequest of Marian Hague; 1971-50-46

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