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Valance

first half 18th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Valance
  • Date: first half 18th century
  • Culture: British
  • Medium: Silk, wool, linen
  • Dimensions: H. 105 1/2 x W. 10 3/4 inches (268 x 27.3 cm)
  • Classification: Textiles-Embroidered
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Walter Carlebach, 1969
  • Object Number: 69.131.19
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
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