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Piece of damask

Italian
Probably 17th century

Medium/Technique Linen and wool damask
Dimensions 28.3 x 11.5 cm (11 1/8 x 4 1/2 in.)
Credit Line Denman Waldo Ross Collection
Accession Number97.503
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTextiles

DescriptionGreen woolen ground. The design of conventional flowers and leaves, singly and in groups, is woven with white linen thread. Much worn.
ProvenanceAcquired by the donor by exchange with the Pratt Institute of Brooklyn, N.Y.,From the Collection bought by them of Salvadore & Son of Florence, Italy, in 1897.