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Embroidery Sample (USA), early 20th century

This is a Embroidery sample. It was made by Caltabiano Embroideries, Inc. (New York, NY, USA). It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk, rhinestones, silver thread, silvered leather and its technique is embroidery and appliqué on net. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Caltabiano Embroideries, Inc. (New York, NY, USA). It is credited Gift by Caltabiano Embroideries.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 49 x 27.5 cm (19 5/16 x 10 13/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Embroidery Sample (USA), early 20th century; Made by Caltabiano Embroideries, Inc. (New York, NY, USA); silk, rhinestones, silver thread, silvered leather; H x W: 49 x 27.5 cm (19 5/16 x 10 13/16 in.); Gift by Caltabiano Embroideries; 1941-22-4

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