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1960

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1964

  • We acquired this object.

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Napkins (Sweden)

This is a Napkins. It was designed by Astrid Sampe and woven by Astrid Sampe. It is dated 1960 and we acquired it in 1964. Its medium is linen and its technique is damask. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Miss Elizabeth Gordon. It is credited Gift of Elizabeth Gordon.

Its dimensions are

H x W (a): 48 x 47 cm (18 7/8 x 18 1/2 in.) H x W (b): 55 x 51.5 cm (21 5/8 x 20 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Napkins (Sweden); Designed by Astrid Sampe (Swedish, 1909–2002); linen; H x W (a): 48 x 47 cm (18 7/8 x 18 1/2 in.) H x W (b): 55 x 51.5 cm (21 5/8 x 20 1/4 in.); Gift of Elizabeth Gordon; 1964-24-34-a,b

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