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Object Timeline

1935

  • Work on this object began.

1971

  • Work on this object ended.

1974

  • We acquired this object.

2013

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2025

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Handkerchief (USA)

This is a Handkerchief. It was designed by Mary Dumas. It is dated 1935–71 and we acquired it in 1974. Its medium is silk and its technique is resist dyed. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 38.1 x 38.1 cm (15 x 15 in.)

Cite this object as

Handkerchief (USA); Designed by Mary Dumas (American, 1912–1971); silk; H x W: 38.1 x 38.1 cm (15 x 15 in.); 1974-48-22

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