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Textile (China), 19th century

This is a Textile. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1940. Its medium is silk, metal and its technique is compound satin. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Beatrice Kates. It is credited Gift of Miss Beatrice Kates.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 69.5 x 8.1 cm (27 3/8 x 3 1/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Textile (China), 19th century; silk, metal; H x W: 69.5 x 8.1 cm (27 3/8 x 3 1/8 in.); Gift of Miss Beatrice Kates; 1940-4-12

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