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Block printed mattress Cover, Indian, ex McAlpine collection.
About the Item
A block printed mattress cover.
Northern India, c.1900
Two panels joined, each panel 240cm x 129.5cm
Ex Collection Alistair McAlpine. Sold Sothebys, 7th June 2006.
- Dimensions:Height: 50.99 in (129.5 cm)Width: 94.49 in (240 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU7701231246542
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