Fragment

Italian

16th–17th century

Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information

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Provenance

Title: Fragment
Date: 16th–17th century
Culture: Italian
Medium: Metal thread
Dimensions: L. 8 x W. 1 1/2 inches (20.3 x 3.8 cm)
Classification: Textiles-Embroidered
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1908
Object Number: 08.48.55
Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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