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Fragment (Peru)

This is a Fragment. It is dated 300–100 BC and we acquired it in 1943. Its medium is camelid fibers and its technique is embroidered in stem stitch on plain weave foundation. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 8.9 × 17.8 cm (3 1/2 in. × 7 in.)

Cite this object as

Fragment (Peru); camelid fibers; H x W: 8.9 × 17.8 cm (3 1/2 in. × 7 in.); 1943-45-1

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