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1960

  • Work on this object began.

1980

  • Work on this object ended.

1986

  • We acquired this object.

2013

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2025

  • You found it!

Bandana (USA)

This is a Bandana. It was manufactured by Wamcraft. It is dated 1960–80 and we acquired it in 1986. Its medium is cotton and its technique is 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: 58.4 x 54 cm (23 x 21 1/4 in.)

It is inscribed

WASH FAST COLORS ALL COTTON RN 14193

Cite this object as

Bandana (USA); Manufactured by Wamcraft; cotton; H x W: 58.4 x 54 cm (23 x 21 1/4 in.); Gift of Penelope McCain; 1986-40-23

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