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Shawl (India)

This is a Shawl. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1945. Its medium is wool and its technique is embroidered. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 151 x 122.5 cm (59 7/16 x 48 1/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Shawl (India); wool; H x W: 151 x 122.5 cm (59 7/16 x 48 1/4 in.); 1945-50-1

This object was previously on display as a part of the exhibition Paisley.

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