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Valance (England)

This is a Valance. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1968. Its medium is silk, linen and its technique is woven. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Harvey Smith. It is credited Gift of Harvey Smith.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 172 × 29 cm (67 11/16 × 11 7/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Valance (England); silk, linen; H x W: 172 × 29 cm (67 11/16 × 11 7/16 in.); Gift of Harvey Smith; 1968-87-4

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