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Bag

Packaging MakerPackaging made by H. & L. Chase American
Product MakerProduct of Henry French and Son American
DateSecond half of the 20th century
MediumMachine-stitched cotton and linen
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 40 1/2 x 17 1/2in. (102.9 x 44.5cm)
ClassificationsTextiles
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Marshall
DescriptionThis plain-woven cotton/linen bag is seamed along the bottom and one edge (side). The hem at the opening has been held in place with a chain-stitch. Some of the edges of this 1/2-inch hem are fraying. Eight inches of the chain-stitch have come out along the hem. Printed on the front of the bag is "HENRY FRENCH & SON/ HARTFORD, CONN./ [horizontal line] / H. & L. CHASE bags, 233 State St., Boston".
Object number2001.45.0
MarkingsLabel: Printed on the front of the bag, approximately 13 3/8" from the opening is "HENRY FRENCH & SON/ HARTFORD, CONN./ [horizontal line] / H. & L. CHASE bags, 233 State St., Boston".
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