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Duck

Scope note

Durable, closely woven textile of plain weave, made formerly of linen but now usually of cotton, made in various weights; very similar to canvas but finer and lighter. Common uses are for tents, belts, and clothing.

This term has 33 records attributed within our system.

Term type

AAT
Animal

Getty AAT term number

3000132884

Created

13yrs ago

Connected records

Box

Maker(s)

Unknown

Dish

Maker(s)

Production: Unknown

Ch'odu

Maker(s)

Maker: Unknown

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