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Shawl (Spain ?), mid-19th century

This is a Shawl. It is dated mid-19th century and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is vegetable fiber (aloe?) and its technique is machine-made lace. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Henry M. Fechimer. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Henry M. Fechimer.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 143 x 308 cm (56 5/16 in. x 10 ft. 1 1/4 in.)

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Shawl (Spain ?), mid-19th century; vegetable fiber (aloe?); H x W: 143 x 308 cm (56 5/16 in. x 10 ft. 1 1/4 in.); Gift of Mrs. Henry M. Fechimer; 1941-61-27

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