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1939

  • Work on this object began.

1941

  • We acquired this object.

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Handkerchief (USA)

This is a Handkerchief. It is dated 1939 and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is rayon and its technique is printed on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Henry M. Fechimer. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Henry M. Fechimer.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 54.5 x 48.8 cm (21 7/16 x 19 3/16 in.)

It is inscribed

In each corner: © SFBE

Cite this object as

Handkerchief (USA); rayon; H x W: 54.5 x 48.8 cm (21 7/16 x 19 3/16 in.); Gift of Mrs. Henry M. Fechimer; 1941-61-15

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