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1939

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Mantilla (France)

This is a Mantilla. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1939. Its medium is silk and its technique is bobbin lace, chantilly style. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. George Nichols. It is credited Gift of Mrs. George Nichols from the collection of her mother, Mrs. J.P. Morgan.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 200 x 200 cm (6 ft. 6 3/4 in. x 6 ft. 6 3/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Mantilla (France); silk; H x W: 200 x 200 cm (6 ft. 6 3/4 in. x 6 ft. 6 3/4 in.); Gift of Mrs. George Nichols from the collection of her mother, Mrs. J.P. Morgan; 1939-66-45

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