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Bed curtain & valances
Unknown artist, late 16th century
One curtain (110 x 180 cm), with two valances. They are of thick cherry-red material, embroidered with designs of vases full of flowers. The design is black (applique velvet) and gold, with points of light blue relieving the background.
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Title of artwork, date
Bed curtain & valances, late 16th century
Date supported
1921
Grant
120
Total cost
120
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