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Fragment

This is a Fragment. It is dated 15th century and we acquired it in 1954. Its medium is silk, metallic thread and its technique is supplementary warp pile (velvet). It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Richard Cranch Greenleaf (American, 1887–1961). It is credited Gift of Richard C. Greenleaf.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 62 × 26 cm (24 7/16 × 10 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Fragment; silk, metallic thread; H x W: 62 × 26 cm (24 7/16 × 10 1/4 in.); Gift of Richard C. Greenleaf; 1954-167-26

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