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Sleeve support

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown fabric object resembling a circular bag or cover with gathered top and white drawstrings. The object is lying flat on a surface, with the top opening facing up. It appears to be made of a lightweight material, possibly cotton or linen. The brown color is uniform throughout, with no visible patterns or designs. The gathered top has multiple folds, giving it a puffy appearance. There are at least three white drawstrings visible, which are likely used to cinch the top of the object. A small white tag is partially visible through the opening at the top. The background is a plain white surface, providing a neutral contrast to the brown object.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1827
Medium
cotton
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 477 px
Public Domain
Yes
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