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Kerchief (England), ca. 1805

This is a Kerchief. It is dated ca. 1805 and we acquired it in 1960. Its medium is glazed cotton and its technique is printed. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Harold M. Bailey. It is credited Gift of Harold M. Bailey.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 73 x 75 cm (28 3/4 x 29 1/2 in.)

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Kerchief (England), ca. 1805; glazed cotton; H x W: 73 x 75 cm (28 3/4 x 29 1/2 in.); Gift of Harold M. Bailey; 1960-79-9

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