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1944

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Bag (USA), mid-19th century

This is a Bag. It is dated mid-19th century and we acquired it in 1944. Its medium is glass beads, silk, kid and its technique is beaded knitting. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Harley Lord Stowell. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Harley Lord Stowell.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 21 x 14.5 cm (8 1/4 x 5 11/16 in.)

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Bag (USA), mid-19th century; glass beads, silk, kid; H x W: 21 x 14.5 cm (8 1/4 x 5 11/16 in.); Gift of Mrs. Harley Lord Stowell; 1944-57-15

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