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Couture Embroidery Sample (USA)

This is a Couture embroidery sample. It was made by Caltabiano Embroideries, Inc. (New York, NY, USA). It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is silk, rhinestones, gold thread and its technique is embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Caltabiano Embroideries, Inc. (New York, NY, USA). It is credited Gift by Caltabiano Embroideries.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 39 x 66 cm (15 3/8 x 26 in.)

Cite this object as

Couture Embroidery Sample (USA); Made by Caltabiano Embroideries, Inc. (New York, NY, USA); silk, rhinestones, gold thread; H x W: 39 x 66 cm (15 3/8 x 26 in.); Gift by Caltabiano Embroideries; 1941-22-1

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