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Valance

This is a Valance. It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1968. Its medium is wool, cotton. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Harvey Smith. It is credited Gift of Harvey Smith.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 76 × 164 cm (29 15/16 in. × 5 ft. 4 9/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Valance; wool, cotton; H x W: 76 × 164 cm (29 15/16 in. × 5 ft. 4 9/16 in.); Gift of Harvey Smith; 1968-87-28-a

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