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Object Timeline

1901

  • Work on this object began.

1939

  • Work on this object ended.

1977

  • We acquired this object.

2013

2025

  • You found it!

Tapa Cloth

This is a Tapa cloth. It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1977. Its technique is beaten, relief printed and painted. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Barbara Orvis Zalduondo.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 123.5 x 170.2 cm (48 5/8 in. x 5 ft. 7 in.)

Cite this object as

Tapa Cloth; H x W: 123.5 x 170.2 cm (48 5/8 in. x 5 ft. 7 in.); 1977-25-1

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