Germany, Bavaria

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19th century
Silk and metal threads, lace, sequins, rosettes, and beads, damask weave; embroidered
79 × 161.6 cm (31.1 × 63.6 in)

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

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