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Shawl (China)

This is a Shawl. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1945. Its medium is silk. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Edward C. Moën. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Edward C. Moen.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 226 x 226 cm (7 ft. 5 in. x 7 ft. 5 in.)

Cite this object as

Shawl (China); silk; H x W: 226 x 226 cm (7 ft. 5 in. x 7 ft. 5 in.); Gift of Mrs. Edward C. Moen; 1945-27-5-a

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