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Card Case (Italy), 19th century

This is a Card case. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1940. Its medium is leather, glass and metal beads and its technique is embroidered beadwork. It is a part of the Textiles department.

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

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Card Case (Italy), 19th century; leather, glass and metal beads; Gift of Mrs. Hollis French; 1940-94-3-a

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