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Fragment (Spain), 12th–13th century

This is a Fragment. It is dated 12th–13th century and we acquired it in 1965. Its medium is silk, metal-wrapped silk core and its technique is compound plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Albright-Knox Art Gallery. It is credited Gift of Albright-Knox Art Gallery.

Its dimensions are

Warp x Weft: 40 x 11.5 cm (15 3/4 x 4 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Fragment (Spain), 12th–13th century; silk, metal-wrapped silk core; Warp x Weft: 40 x 11.5 cm (15 3/4 x 4 1/2 in.); Gift of Albright-Knox Art Gallery; 1965-33-5

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