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1901

  • Work on this object began.

1940

  • Work on this object ended.

1941

  • We acquired this object.

2015

2025

  • You found it!

Couture Embroidery Sample (USA)

This is a Couture embroidery sample. It was made by Sterling Pleating & Stitching Company, Inc. (New York, NY, USA). It is dated early 20th century and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is rayon and its technique is machine embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 44 x 51.5 cm (17 5/16 x 20 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Couture Embroidery Sample (USA); Made by Sterling Pleating & Stitching Company, Inc. (New York, NY, USA); rayon; H x W: 44 x 51.5 cm (17 5/16 x 20 1/4 in.); 1941-25-2

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