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Textile (USA), 18th century

This is a Textile. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1937. Its medium is cotton and its technique is resist printed on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Miss Gertrude Townsend.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 50 x 50 cm (19 11/16 x 19 11/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Textile (USA), 18th century; cotton; H x W: 50 x 50 cm (19 11/16 x 19 11/16 in.); 1937-88-1

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