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Shawl (India)

This is a Shawl. It is dated early 19th century and we acquired it in 1961. Its medium is wool and its technique is embroidery on twill ground. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. John Rolph. It is credited Gift of Mrs. John Rolph, from the collection of her sister, Mrs. Evsei Beloussoff, and in her memory.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 132 x 92 cm (51 15/16 x 36 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Shawl (India); wool; H x W: 132 x 92 cm (51 15/16 x 36 1/4 in.); Gift of Mrs. John Rolph, from the collection of her sister, Mrs. Evsei Beloussoff, and in her memory; 1961-109-3

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