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1961

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Purse (France), 18th century

This is a Purse. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1961. Its medium is cotton, silk, beads and its technique is looping incorporating strung beads. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Gift of Richard C. Greenleaf.

Its dimensions are

H x W (with tassels): 13.3 x 20.3 cm (5 1/4 x 8 in.)

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Purse (France), 18th century; cotton, silk, beads; H x W (with tassels): 13.3 x 20.3 cm (5 1/4 x 8 in.); Gift of Richard C. Greenleaf; 1961-95-1

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