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1964

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Textile (Japan), 17th century

This is a Textile. It is dated 17th century and we acquired it in 1964. Its medium is silk, metallic thread and its technique is satin and couching stitches on tie-dyed crepe. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Miss Elizabeth Gordon. It is credited Gift of Elizabeth Gordon.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 152.5 × 31.7 cm (60 1/16 × 12 1/2 in.)

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Textile (Japan), 17th century; silk, metallic thread; H x W: 152.5 × 31.7 cm (60 1/16 × 12 1/2 in.); Gift of Elizabeth Gordon; 1964-24-1

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