Patolu
(mid 20th century)
Medium
silk
Measurements
115.0 × 466.0 cm
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Purchased NGV Foundation with the assistance of the Vivien Knowles Fund for Asian Art, 2016
Gallery location
Not on display
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