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1944

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Hanging (Iran), late 18th century

This is a Hanging. It is dated late 18th century and we acquired it in 1944. Its medium is cotton and its technique is block printed and painted on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by W. and J. Sloane. It is credited Gift of W. and J. Sloane.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 267 x 169.8 cm (8 ft. 9 1/8 in. x 5 ft. 6 7/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Hanging (Iran), late 18th century; cotton; H x W: 267 x 169.8 cm (8 ft. 9 1/8 in. x 5 ft. 6 7/8 in.); Gift of W. and J. Sloane; 1943-43-1

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