Case

American or European

18th century

Not on view

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Exhibition History

Title: Case
Date: 18th century
Culture: American or European
Medium: leather
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. Lee Simonson, 1939
Object Number: C.I.39.13.274
Curatorial Department: The Costume Institute

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