Roses against a green ground

Norwegian

19th century

Not on view

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Title: Roses against a green ground
Date: 19th century
Culture: Norwegian
Medium: Cotton and wool
Dimensions: H. 17 x W. 40 inches (109.2 x 116.8 cm)
Classification: Textiles-Tapestries
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1906
Object Number: 06.1043
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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