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MOUSTACHE COMB

MOUSTACHE COMB
 18th century

Medium
In leather case with petit point panel, Victorian period
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of Mr F. Scaefer, 1954
Reproduction requests
Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Medium
In leather case with petit point panel, Victorian period
Accession Number
1471 A-D4
Department
International Fashion and Textiles
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Gift of Mr F. Scaefer, 1954
Reproduction requests
Gallery location
Not on display

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