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1932

  • Work on this object began.

1955

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

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Sample (USA)

This is a Sample. It was designed by Berta Frey and woven by Berta Frey. It is dated 1932 and we acquired it in 1955. Its medium is silk and its technique is compound twill. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Berta Frey. It is credited Gift of Berta Frey.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 34.6 × 13.7 cm (13 5/8 × 5 3/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Sample (USA); Designed by Berta Frey (American, 1893 - 1972); silk; H x W: 34.6 × 13.7 cm (13 5/8 × 5 3/8 in.); Gift of Berta Frey; 1955-42-3

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