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Fragment (Italy)

This is a Fragment. It is dated 17th century and we acquired it in 1947. Its medium is silk, metallic thread and its technique is appliqué on velvet. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 26.1 x 15.7 cm (10 1/4 x 6 3/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Fragment (Italy); silk, metallic thread; H x W: 26.1 x 15.7 cm (10 1/4 x 6 3/16 in.); 1947-46-5

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