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Band

This is a Band. It is dated 17th century and we acquired it in 1940. Its medium is silk on linen and its technique is embroidered, edging of needlepoint. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by DeWitt Clinton Cohen and Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen. It is credited Gift of Mr. and Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen in memory of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 327 x 21 cm (10 ft. 8 3/4 in. x 8 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Band; silk on linen; H x W: 327 x 21 cm (10 ft. 8 3/4 in. x 8 1/4 in.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. DeWitt Clinton Cohen in memory of Eleanor and Sarah Hewitt; 1940-93-46

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