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Chalice Cover (Italy)

This is a Chalice cover. It is dated 17th century and we acquired it in 1962. Its medium is linen and its technique is grid of withdrawn element with needle lace, reticella style. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Richard Cranch Greenleaf (American, 1887–1961). It is credited Bequest of Richard Cranch Greenleaf in memory of his mother, Adeline Emma Greenleaf.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 21.5 x 21 cm (8 7/16 x 8 1/4 in.)

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Chalice Cover (Italy); linen; H x W: 21.5 x 21 cm (8 7/16 x 8 1/4 in.); Bequest of Richard Cranch Greenleaf in memory of his mother, Adeline Emma Greenleaf; 1962-50-201

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