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1988

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Bag (possibly USA)

This is a Bag. It is dated mid-19th century and we acquired it in 1988. Its medium is silk, glass beads, metal and its technique is beaded crochet. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Betty Ivey Martin. It is credited Gift of Betty Ivey Martin.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 22.2 x 21.6 cm (8 3/4 x 8 1/2 in.) H x W (with chain): 41.9 x 21.6 cm (16 1/2 x 8 1/2 in.)

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Bag (possibly USA); silk, glass beads, metal; H x W: 22.2 x 21.6 cm (8 3/4 x 8 1/2 in.) H x W (with chain): 41.9 x 21.6 cm (16 1/2 x 8 1/2 in.); Gift of Betty Ivey Martin; 1988-78-1

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