Shawl
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Shawl

TitleShawl
Datemid-19th century 19th century
Mediumwool, silk
OriginMiddle Eastern
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit lineGift of Mr. and Mrs. John W. Balet, 1978
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“Shawl” is a work of unattributed authorship, dated mid-19th century. It is executed in wool, silk. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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