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1952

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Wig Bag

This is a Wig bag. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1952. Its medium is silk. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Richard Cranch Greenleaf (American, 1887–1961).

Its dimensions are

H x W: 24 × 14 cm (9 7/16 × 5 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Wig Bag; silk; H x W: 24 × 14 cm (9 7/16 × 5 1/2 in.); 1952-80-3

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