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1937

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2013

2025

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Tablecloth, late 19th century

This is a Tablecloth. It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1937. Its medium is linen and its technique is damask. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Grace Lincoln Temple. It is credited Gift of Grace Lincoln Temple.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 168.9 × 171.5 cm (5 ft. 6 1/2 in. × 5 ft. 7 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Tablecloth, late 19th century; linen; H x W: 168.9 × 171.5 cm (5 ft. 6 1/2 in. × 5 ft. 7 1/2 in.); Gift of Grace Lincoln Temple; 1937-36-1

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