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Pocketbook

1755
Object PlaceConstantinople (for the European market), Turkey
Medium/TechniqueSilk embroidered with silk and metallic threads, metal purl, flat metal strips, chain
DimensionsOverall: 14.7 x 25.5cm (5 13/16 x 10 1/16in.)
Credit LineThe Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession number43.1118
On View
Not on view
ClassificationsCostumes
ProvenanceElizabeth Day McCormick collection; Gift to the MFA, October 14, 1943
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