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Fragment (Iran)

This is a Fragment. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1921. Its medium is silk, metallic thread and its technique is plain compound weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Kirkor Minassian. It is credited Gift of Kirkor Minassian.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 14.8 × 15.9 cm (5 13/16 × 6 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Fragment (Iran); silk, metallic thread; H x W: 14.8 × 15.9 cm (5 13/16 × 6 1/4 in.); Gift of Kirkor Minassian; 1921-29-6

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