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Trimming (Italy)

This is a Trimming. It is dated 17th century and we acquired it in 1905. Its medium is silk and its technique is supplementary warp pile (velvet). It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Vitall Benguiat. It is credited Gift of Mr. Vitall Benguiat.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 31 x 6.2 cm (12 3/16 x 2 7/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Trimming (Italy); silk; H x W: 31 x 6.2 cm (12 3/16 x 2 7/16 in.); Gift of Mr. Vitall Benguiat; 1905-2-1

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