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Fragment, 18th century

This is a Fragment. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1912. Its medium is silk, metallic yarns and its technique is satin weave with supplementary weft patterning (brocade), chenille. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Edward Luckemeyer. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Edward Luckemeyer.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 125.5 × 22.8 cm (49 7/16 in. × 9 in.)

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Fragment, 18th century; silk, metallic yarns; H x W: 125.5 × 22.8 cm (49 7/16 in. × 9 in.); Gift of Mrs. Edward Luckemeyer; 1912-13-19

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