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Fragment (France)

This is a Fragment. It was made by Saunier. It is dated 1750–1800 and we acquired it in 1995. Its medium is linen and its technique is block printed using resist, then indigo dyed on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Elinor Merrell. It is credited Bequest of Elinor Merrell.

Its dimensions are

Warp x Weft: 52 x 34.7 cm (20 1/2 x 13 11/16 in.)

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Fragment (France); Made by Saunier; linen; Warp x Weft: 52 x 34.7 cm (20 1/2 x 13 11/16 in.); Bequest of Elinor Merrell; 1995-50-306

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