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Embroidery Sample (USA), 1930s

This is a Embroidery sample. It is dated 1930s and we acquired it in 1977. Its medium is painted leather, metal strips, rhinestones and its technique is embroidered, painted and appliqued on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Gift of David Glickman.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 17.1 x 32.4 cm (6 3/4 x 12 3/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Embroidery Sample (USA), 1930s; painted leather, metal strips, rhinestones; H x W: 17.1 x 32.4 cm (6 3/4 x 12 3/4 in.); Gift of David Glickman; 1977-81-41

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