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Handkerchief (France)

This is a Handkerchief. It was manufactured by Souleiado (Tarascon, France, founded 1806). It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1981. Its medium is cotton and its technique is block printed on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Braguin. It is credited Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Braguin.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 54 × 57 cm (21 1/4 × 22 7/16 in.)

It is inscribed

Printed on bottom left corner: Souleiado Fate Main Marque Déposée

Cite this object as

Handkerchief (France); Manufactured by Souleiado (Tarascon, France, founded 1806); cotton; H x W: 54 × 57 cm (21 1/4 × 22 7/16 in.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Braguin; 1981-11-11

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