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Towel (USA)

This is a Towel. We acquired it in 1964. Its technique is damask. It is a part of the Textiles department.

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

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Towel (USA); Gift of Elizabeth Gordon; 1964-24-69

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