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Accession Number 1986.5.6 Title parasol Category Personal Gear Object Type parasol Date Made ca. 1860-ca. 1869 Gender and Age not applicable Materials and Techniques wood; woven, plain, crepe de chine; woven, plain, sheer; carved Measurements overall: 89 cm x 40 cm Description Parasol with black and brown striped silk cover with light brown silk lining. The lower edge has a scalloped hem and has been trimmed with sheer crepaline. The cane has spiral carving and a curved handle. Credit Line Donated by Erika Bottcher