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1981

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Handkerchief (USA), 1888

This is a Handkerchief. It is dated 1888 and we acquired it in 1981. Its medium is cotton and its technique is printed. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Braguin. It is credited Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Braguin.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 50.5 x 50 cm (19 7/8 x 19 11/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Handkerchief (USA), 1888; cotton; H x W: 50.5 x 50 cm (19 7/8 x 19 11/16 in.); Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Simeon Braguin; 1981-11-2

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