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Fragment - DP2970

This embroidered cotton fragment is from the 18th century Greek Islands. According to the Metropolitan Museum site, it was made by Friedrich Fischbach and was purchased from the 1909 Rogers Fund, with measurements of 9 1/2 inches long x 6 1/2 inches wide (24.1 x 16.5 cm). The given accession number is 09.50.1370. This fragment is included in the "Met's Open Access Program" offering copyright-free use for the public (public domain). Intricate almost geometric designs are seen that seem to picture birds or plant leaves. It is not known if this piece is "on view".

 

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Uploaded on February 27, 2021