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Cap (Egypt)

This is a Cap. It is dated 9th–12th century and we acquired it in 1951. Its medium is linen, silk, wool and its technique is embroidered and quilted plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Miss Frances Morris. It is credited Gift of Frances Morris.

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Cap (Egypt); linen, silk, wool; Gift of Frances Morris; 1951-111-26

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