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Mezzaro (shawl Or Headcovering) (Italy), 19th century

This is a Mezzaro (shawl or headcovering). It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1998. Its medium is cotton and its technique is block printed on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Gift of Anonymous Donor.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 246 x 277 cm (96 7/8 x 109 1/16 in.)

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Mezzaro (shawl Or Headcovering) (Italy), 19th century; cotton; H x W: 246 x 277 cm (96 7/8 x 109 1/16 in.); Gift of Anonymous Donor; a-t-9

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