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Bow With Ribbons (USA), ca. 1875

This is a Bow with ribbons. It is dated ca. 1875 and we acquired it in 1920. Its medium is silk (?) and its technique is satin weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. John Innes Kane. It is credited Gift of Mrs. John Innes Kane.

Its dimensions are

H: 90 cm (35 7/16 in.)

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Bow With Ribbons (USA), ca. 1875; silk (?); H: 90 cm (35 7/16 in.); Gift of Mrs. John Innes Kane; 1920-19-24

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