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Handkerchief (USA), 1939

This is a Handkerchief. It is dated 1939 and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is cotton and its technique is printed on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Henry M. Fechimer. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Henry M. Fechimer.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 36 x 35.8 cm (14 3/16 x 14 1/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Handkerchief (USA), 1939; cotton; H x W: 36 x 35.8 cm (14 3/16 x 14 1/8 in.); Gift of Mrs. Henry M. Fechimer; 1941-61-24

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