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1962

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Valance (England)

This is a Valance. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1962. Its medium is cotton, linen and its technique is resist printed and indigo dyed. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 207.3 × 37.5 cm (81 5/8 × 14 3/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Valance (England); cotton, linen; H x W: 207.3 × 37.5 cm (81 5/8 × 14 3/4 in.); 1962-25-1

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