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1901

  • Work on this object began.

1950

  • Work on this object ended.

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  • We acquired this object.

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Flag (USA)

This is a Flag. It is dated 1901–50 and we acquired it in 1995. Its medium is cotton and its technique is printed and painted on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Elinor Merrell. It is credited Bequest of Elinor Merrell.

Its dimensions are

Warp x Weft: 100 x 88 cm (39 3/8 x 34 5/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Flag (USA); cotton; Warp x Weft: 100 x 88 cm (39 3/8 x 34 5/8 in.); Bequest of Elinor Merrell; 1995-50-302

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