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Headpiece, early 19th century

This is a Headpiece. It is dated early 19th century and we acquired it in 1969. Its medium is metallic yarns, silk, sequins on cotton foundation with linen backing and its technique is embroidered with padded satin stitches on satin weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Ida-Gro Dahlerup. It is credited Gift of Ida-Gro Dahlerup.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 15.9 x 21.6 cm (6 1/4 x 8 1/2 in.)

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Headpiece, early 19th century; metallic yarns, silk, sequins on cotton foundation with linen backing; H x W: 15.9 x 21.6 cm (6 1/4 x 8 1/2 in.); Gift of Ida-Gro Dahlerup; 1969-34-8-a

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