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1938

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2013

2025

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Fragment From Paracas Mantle (Peru)

This is a Fragment from Paracas mantle. We acquired it in 1938. Its medium is wool, cotton and its technique is embroidered on plain weave foundation. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 11.4 x 10.8 cm (4 1/2 x 4 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Fragment From Paracas Mantle (Peru); wool, cotton; H x W: 11.4 x 10.8 cm (4 1/2 x 4 1/4 in.); 1938-48-4

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