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Embroidery sample for a man’s suit or waistcoat

ca. 1785–1815
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Embroidery sample for a man’s suit or waistcoat
  • Date: ca. 1785–1815
  • Culture: French
  • Medium: Silk embroidery on silk
  • Dimensions: L. 4 x W. 3 inches
    10.2 x 7.6 cm
  • Classification: Textiles-Embroidered
  • Credit Line: Gift of The United Piece Dye Works, 1936
  • Object Number: 36.90.1618
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
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