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Iridescent purple taffeta woven with multicolor floral brocade; ruffle of same material on wooden handle set with purple shell and brass-plated copper; metal shaft, tip & ribs; fabric tab with silver filigree fastener.
parasols
accessories
brocade (textile)
copper (metal)
silk (textile)
taffeta
wood (plant material)
Umbrella
Parasol
Parasol
Unknown
Gift of Mrs. James H. Jackson
1972.165
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