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Handkerchief (France), early 19th century

This is a Handkerchief. It is dated early 19th century and we acquired it in 1928. Its medium is cotton, linen and its technique is embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 43.8 x 44.5 cm (17 1/4 x 17 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Handkerchief (France), early 19th century; cotton, linen; H x W: 43.8 x 44.5 cm (17 1/4 x 17 1/2 in.); 1928-14-13

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