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Ribbon And Sample, Labyrinths

This is a Ribbon and sample. It was designed by Benjamin E. Nicholson and produced by RVL Avery Denison. It is dated 2003 and we acquired it in 2003. Its medium is 100% polyester and its technique is woven with heat-cut edges (the mill's term for the structure is damask, but actually consists of a black ground warp and two pattern weft colors, both in satin). It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Laura Foster Nicholson. It is credited Gift of Laura Foster Nicholson.

Its dimensions are

a. Length: 277 cm [109"], Width: 5 cm [2"] b. Length: 60 cm [23 1/2"], Width: 5 cm [2"]

Cite this object as

Ribbon And Sample, Labyrinths; Designed by Benjamin E. Nicholson; Produced by RVL Avery Denison; USA; 100% polyester; a. Length: 277 cm [109"], Width: 5 cm [2"] b. Length: 60 cm [23 1/2"], Width: 5 cm [2"]; Gift of Laura Foster Nicholson; 2003-10-18-a,b

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