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Shawl

This is a Shawl. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1952. Its medium is silk, cotton and its technique is woven. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Gift of Mrs. Robert Blumenthal.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 274.3 x 53.3 cm (9 ft. x 21 in.)

Cite this object as

Shawl; silk, cotton; H x W: 274.3 x 53.3 cm (9 ft. x 21 in.); Gift of Mrs. Robert Blumenthal; 1952-68-1

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