Two pieces damask cloth

Nigeria

mid–20th century

Not on view

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Title: Two pieces damask cloth
Date: mid–20th century
Geography: Nigeria
Culture: Nigeria
Medium: Cotton
Dimensions: Each: H. 57 1/2 × W. 47 1/2 in. (146.1 × 120.7 cm)
Classification: Textiles
Credit Line: Gift of Michael Katakis, from the Collection of Kris L. Hardin Ph.D., 2017
Object Number: 2017.732.30a, b
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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