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1943

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Border (France)

This is a Border. It is dated late 18th century and we acquired it in 1943. Its medium is silk and its technique is cloth weave brocaded. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Robert Woods Bliss. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Robert Woods Bliss, Dumbarton Oaks Collection.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 56 x 8.3 cm (22 1/16 x 3 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Border (France); silk; H x W: 56 x 8.3 cm (22 1/16 x 3 1/4 in.); Gift of Mrs. Robert Woods Bliss, Dumbarton Oaks Collection; 1943-46-25

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