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Date19th century

Maker Plateau

Object number93.72

Photo CreditPhoto: Scott Leen

Credit LineGift of Irving and Paula Sarkowsky

Dimensions19 13/16 x 17 11/16 in. (50.36 x 44.89 cm)

MediumSeed beads, canvas, and satin

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