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Border (Belgium)

This is a Border. It is dated early 17th century and we acquired it in 1962. Its medium is linen and its technique is bobbin lace, continuous braid-like. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Richard Cranch Greenleaf (American, 1887–1961). It is credited Bequest of Richard Cranch Greenleaf in memory of his mother, Adeline Emma Greenleaf.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 44.3 x 15.9 cm (17 7/16 x 6 1/4 in.)

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Border (Belgium); linen; H x W: 44.3 x 15.9 cm (17 7/16 x 6 1/4 in.); Bequest of Richard Cranch Greenleaf in memory of his mother, Adeline Emma Greenleaf; 1962-50-258

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