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Bag (Italy), 19th century

This is a Bag. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1940. Its medium is silk, glass beads and its technique is beaded knitting. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Hollis French. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Hollis French.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 9.5 x 7.8 cm (3 3/4 x 3 1/16 in.)

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Bag (Italy), 19th century; silk, glass beads; H x W: 9.5 x 7.8 cm (3 3/4 x 3 1/16 in.); Gift of Mrs. Hollis French; 1940-94-2

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