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Burse

This is a Burse. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1960. Its medium is wool, linen and its technique is counted stitch embroidery (bargello). It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Rodman A. Heeren. It is credited Gift of Rodman A. Heeren.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 27.3 x 28.6 cm (10 3/4 x 11 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Burse; wool, linen; H x W: 27.3 x 28.6 cm (10 3/4 x 11 1/4 in.); Gift of Rodman A. Heeren; 1960-151-6

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