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Veil

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular piece of fabric with a repeating pattern of black lace on a light grey background. The lace features intricate designs including curved lines, swirls, and floral motifs. The top edge of the fabric has a scalloped border. The bottom edge is straight with a thin black line. The fabric is flat and laid out against a plain off-white background. The title of the piece is "Veil" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1840–59
Medium
no medium available
Culture
American
Dimensions
600 × 314 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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