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Cameo (USA), late 19th century

This is a Cameo. It is dated late 19th century and we acquired it in 1949. Its medium is paste. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by The French Institute. It is credited Gift of The French Institute.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 2 x 1.7 x 0.3 cm (13/16 x 11/16 x 1/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Cameo (USA), late 19th century; paste; H x W x D: 2 x 1.7 x 0.3 cm (13/16 x 11/16 x 1/8 in.); Gift of The French Institute; 1949-68-33

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