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Fragment (Italy)

This is a Fragment. It is dated 16th century and we acquired it in 1921. Its medium is linen, black glass beads for eyes and its technique is grid of withdrawn element with needle lace, reticella style. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 8.5 x 18.5 cm (3 3/8 x 7 5/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Fragment (Italy); linen, black glass beads for eyes; H x W: 8.5 x 18.5 cm (3 3/8 x 7 5/16 in.); 1921-35-1

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