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Square (USA), ca. 1870

This is a Square. It is dated ca. 1870 and we acquired it in 1916. 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. William P. Treadwell. It is credited Gift of Mrs. William P. Treadwell.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 69.8 x 75.8 cm (27 1/2 x 29 13/16 in.)

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Square (USA), ca. 1870; cotton; H x W: 69.8 x 75.8 cm (27 1/2 x 29 13/16 in.); Gift of Mrs. William P. Treadwell; 1916-33-239

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