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Bag (one Side) (China), 18th century

This is a Bag (one side). It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1939. Its medium is silk and metal thread embroidery, cotton foundation and its technique is embroidered in counted satin stitches on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Gift of Marian Hague.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 29 x 14.5 cm (11 7/16 x 5 11/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Bag (one Side) (China), 18th century; silk and metal thread embroidery, cotton foundation; H x W: 29 x 14.5 cm (11 7/16 x 5 11/16 in.); Gift of Marian Hague; 1939-37-5

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