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1944

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2015

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Purse (USA)

This is a Purse. It is dated mid-19th century and we acquired it in 1944. Its medium is silk, steel beads, steel frame and its technique is crochet with beadwork. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Harley Lord Stowell. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Harley Lord Stowell.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 15 x 11 cm (5 7/8 x 4 5/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Purse (USA); silk, steel beads, steel frame; H x W: 15 x 11 cm (5 7/8 x 4 5/16 in.); Gift of Mrs. Harley Lord Stowell; 1944-57-6

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