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Coverlet Fragment (USA)

This is a Coverlet fragment. It is dated late 18th–mid- 19th century and we acquired it in 1953. Its medium is wool, linen and its technique is two intercrossed plain weave structures (double cloth). It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 42.5 x 46.4 cm (16 3/4 x 18 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Coverlet Fragment (USA); wool, linen; H x W: 42.5 x 46.4 cm (16 3/4 x 18 1/4 in.); 1953-14-6

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