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1950

  • Work on this object began.

1959

  • Work on this object ended.

1986

  • We acquired this object.

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Bandana (USA)

This is a Bandana. It was manufactured by I. Shalom & Co., Inc.. It is dated 1950–59 and we acquired it in 1986. Its medium is cotton and its technique is printed and discharge printed by engraved roller on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Penelope McCain. It is credited Gift of Penelope McCain.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 59.1 x 56.5 cm (23 1/4 x 22 1/4 in.)

It is inscribed

FAST COLOR 100% COTTON RN 13962

Cite this object as

Bandana (USA); Manufactured by I. Shalom & Co., Inc.; cotton; H x W: 59.1 x 56.5 cm (23 1/4 x 22 1/4 in.); Gift of Penelope McCain; 1986-40-12

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