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Image Not Available for A nun uses a modern worsted machine from a German factory to produce linen thread.
A nun uses a modern worsted machine from a German factory to produce linen thread.
Image Not Available for A nun uses a modern worsted machine from a German factory to produce linen thread.

A nun uses a modern worsted machine from a German factory to produce linen thread.

Creator Presse-Photo
Date1930s
Mediumgelatin silver print
DimensionsOverall: 24.3 x 17.2 cm (9 9/16 x 6 3/4 in.)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 2002
Category
  • Photographs
Object number2002/7580
LocationNot currently on display

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