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Insertion fragment
Possibly Italian
16th–19th century
Medium/Technique
Linen, knotted net embroidered with weaving and filling stitches (Mezza Mandolina)
Dimensions
Overall: 12 x 55 cm (4 3/4 x 21 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
By exchange with Miss Florence Colgate
Accession Number07.90
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionInsertion fragment, from either a furnishing fabric or costume, of mezza mandolina; large square knotted mesh embroidered with weaving stitches to create a four lobed design.
ProvenanceExchanged for D 2286 with Miss Carolina Amari