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Object Number 2006.10.5.3
Display Title Spool of thread
Descriptions
Object Description Spool of thread from basketry pouch with fabric pouch
Inventory Description Spool, round wood base, cylindrical center, wound with white cotton thread
Classification
  • Textileworking
Department Ethnographic
Date 1974-1976 or earlier
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / Thailand
Additional Geographic Terms Golden Triangle
Dimensions Overall: 10 x 5 x 5 cm (3 15/16 x 1 15/16 x 1 15/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Credit Line Gift of Ron & Nan Zhang Hampton
Provenance
Collector Ronald G. Hampton (1974-1976 - 3/15/06)
Donor Ronald G. Hampton (1974-1976 - 3/15/06)

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