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Fragment

This is a Fragment. It is dated early 18th century and we acquired it in 1939. Its medium is silk and metallic embroidery on silk foundation and its technique is embroidered on satin weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Estate of Herman A. Elsberg. It is credited Gift of the Estate of Herman A. Elsberg.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 47 × 47.6 cm (18 1/2 × 18 3/4 in.)

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Fragment; silk and metallic embroidery on silk foundation; H x W: 47 × 47.6 cm (18 1/2 × 18 3/4 in.); Gift of the Estate of Herman A. Elsberg; 1939-57-1

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