Irises panel
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Irises panel

TitleIrises panel
ArtistCandace Wheeler
Date1883 19th century
MediumSilk embroidered with silk and metallic-wrapped cotton threads, metal sequins, and cut-glass beads
OriginAmerican American
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineGift of the family of Mrs. Candace Wheeler, 1928
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

Subjects: Botanical illustration

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