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Label for Ariadne printed textiles, 1920 - 1930

 Item — Box: 1, Folder: 18

Scope and Contents

A red, blue, and gold textile bale label featuring an image of Ariadne leaning on a leopard. It was Ariadne who gave Theseus a ball of thread (or yarn) to help him find his way in the Labyrinth while battling the Minotaur.

Dates

  • 1920 - 1930

Language of Materials

From the Item:

Vietnamese is written in Chữ Nôm script based on Chinese characters with added characters to represent the Vietnamese language.

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open under the rules and regulations of the Providence Public Library, Special Collections department.

Extent

From the Item: .25 Linear Feet (1 manuscript box)

Dimensions

4.5 x 6 inches

Repository Details

Part of the Providence Public Library Repository

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