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Maker(s):Unknown
Culture:Chinese
Title:Embroidered Luncheon Napkins
Date Made:early 20th century
Type:Textile
Materials:linen, silk
Place Made:Asia; China
Measurements:11 1/2 x 12 in.; 29.21 x 30.48 cm
Accession Number:  AC 1982.52.a-f
Credit Line:Gift of Mrs. Frank L. Babbott
Access Restrictions:Offsite - unavailable
Museum Collection:  Mead Art Museum at Amherst College

Description:
Mass-produced of machine-woven fabric; made for the export trade. A-C show a standing musician in each corner playing a different instrument; D-F have four seated figures at corners representing different occupations. Central symbol denotes happiness or good luck.

Subjects:
Linen; Silk

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