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Hanging (India)

This is a Hanging. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1967. Its medium is cotton, silk, mirrors and its technique is embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mr. and Mrs. Gustave Gilbert. It is credited Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Gustave Gilbert.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 171 x 80 cm (5 ft. 7 5/16 in. x 31 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Hanging (India); cotton, silk, mirrors; H x W: 171 x 80 cm (5 ft. 7 5/16 in. x 31 1/2 in.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Gustave Gilbert; 1967-85-12

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