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Valance

This is a Valance. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1995. Its medium is cotton and its technique is embroidery in chain stitch (machine) on plain weave; areas of delected element work. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was bequest of Elinor Merrell. It is credited Bequest of Elinor Merrell.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 254 x 73 cm (8 ft. 4 in. x 28 3/4 in.)

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Valance; cotton; H x W: 254 x 73 cm (8 ft. 4 in. x 28 3/4 in.); Bequest of Elinor Merrell; 1995-50-337

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