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Greece, Crete

Border (For a Skirt)

18th century
Linen, plain weave; embroidered with silk in chain, closed herringbone, Cretan, open chain, overcast back, satin, single back, and stem stitches; French knots; six panels joined
32.3 × 249.3 cm (12.7 × 98.1 in)

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

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