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Greece, Epirus Province or Ionian Islands

Valance (For Bed)

17th century
Linen, plain weave; embroidered with silk in double running, running (pattern darning), split, and stem stitches; attached cut fringe
359.8 × 76.2 cm (141.7 × 30 in)

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In the collection of Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · as of July 2026

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