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Fragment, 16th century

This is a Fragment. It is dated 16th century and we acquired it in 1938. Its medium is linen and its technique is bobbin lace, continuous braid like. It is a part of the Textiles department.

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Fragment, 16th century; linen; 1938-23-11

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