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1915

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Handscreen

This is a Handscreen. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1915. Its medium is embroidered silk leaf, carved wood handle with ivory ornaments, silk tassel. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by A. B. Cowtan. It is credited Gift of A.B. Cowtan.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 76.2 × 29.8 cm (30 in. × 11 3/4 in.)

Cite this object as

Handscreen; embroidered silk leaf, carved wood handle with ivory ornaments, silk tassel; H x W: 76.2 × 29.8 cm (30 in. × 11 3/4 in.); Gift of A.B. Cowtan; 1915-7-1

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