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Towel (Italy), 16th–18th century

This is a Towel. It is dated 16th–18th century and we acquired it in 1972. Its medium is linen, cotton and its technique is plain weave with supplementary weft. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Clara Waldeck.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 176 × 51 cm (5 ft. 9 5/16 in. × 20 1/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Towel (Italy), 16th–18th century; linen, cotton; H x W: 176 × 51 cm (5 ft. 9 5/16 in. × 20 1/16 in.); 1972-81-3

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