The Creation of Eve and The Temptation (one of a set of three)

Scottish or English

late 16th century

Not on view

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Title: The Creation of Eve and The Temptation (one of a set of three)
Date: late 16th century
Culture: Scottish or English
Medium: Canvas worked with wool, silk, and metal thread; chain, split, tent, and straight stitches; applique of woven silk textiles; metal thread braid
Dimensions: L. 21, W. 66 3/8 inches (53.3 x 173.7 cm)
Classification: Textiles-Embroidered
Credit Line: Gift of George R. Hann, 1960
Object Number: 60.166.1
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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