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Yemen Festive Dress, Mid 20th C.

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Description

Yemen Festive Dress, Mid 20th C. Probably from Jebel Sabir (Southwestern Yemen near Tai'izz). Heavily embroidered black cotton dress. Size: 3'9'' x 3'11'' (114 x 119 cm).

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Yemen Festive Dress, Mid 20th C.

Name: Yemen Festive Dress, Mid 20th C.
SKU: 146699422
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $400

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