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Object Timeline

1935

  • Work on this object began.

1971

  • Work on this object ended.

1974

  • We acquired this object.

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Sample (USA)

This is a Sample. It was made by Mary Dumas. It is dated 1935–71 and we acquired it in 1974. Its medium is silk and its technique is resist dyed. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 10.8 x 9.5 cm (4 1/4 x 3 3/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Sample (USA); Made by Mary Dumas (American, 1912–1971); silk; H x W: 10.8 x 9.5 cm (4 1/4 x 3 3/4 in.); 1974-48-30

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