Banner

Egyptian, Cairo

second half 19th century

Not on view

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Title: Banner
Date: second half 19th century
Geography: Cairo
Culture: Egyptian, Cairo
Medium: Silk
Dimensions: 95 1/4 x 63 in. (241.9 x 160 cm)
Classification: Banners
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1914
Object Number: 14.28.3
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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