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Handkerchief

This is a Handkerchief. It is dated 19th century and we acquired it in 1953. Its medium is cotton. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Mrs. Max Farrand. It is credited Gift of Mrs. Max Farrand.

Its dimensions are

H x W: 33 × 32.5 cm (13 in. × 12 13/16 in.)

Cite this object as

Handkerchief; cotton; H x W: 33 × 32.5 cm (13 in. × 12 13/16 in.); Gift of Mrs. Max Farrand; 1953-143-41

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