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Welcome to our Online Collections Database! Below you will find a searchable database showcasing images and information regarding tens of thousands of items in our online collection. Search using search terms, key words, object names, or names of historical figures to locate specific items, or, peruse at random to enjoy the breadth of collections available for view.

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Blanket

Object/Artifact

2 ply handspun and dyed with indigo. The pattern is Goose-eye twill. Was worked on over a period of 2 years by the GCM weavers. "4 days to wind warp. 3 days to dress loom. 17 days to weave." - Louise Richens (GCV&M weaver).

95.15.1

Genesee Country Village and Museum

1995

Mumford

New York

United States of America

North America

58 in

92 in

Wool

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