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In Flight

Sample Book
1990s (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Sample book of machine woven uncut pile Wilton carpeting in 100% wool, specially designed and manufactured for the aviation industry. There are four samples attached.


Object details

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Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Leaflet
  • Sample Book
TitleIn Flight (manufacturer's title)
Materials and techniques
Brief description
Machine-woven carpet sample book for aeroplanes, 1990s, British, manufactured by Firth Carpets
Physical description
Sample book of machine woven uncut pile Wilton carpeting in 100% wool, specially designed and manufactured for the aviation industry. There are four samples attached.
Dimensions
  • Weight: 0.78kg
  • Sample book length: 30cm
  • Sample book width: 73cm (open)
  • Sample book width: 23.5cm (closed)
  • Sample book depth: 2cm
Credit line
Given by Mr. William Higbee
Collection
Accession number
T.191:2-1999

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Record createdApril 18, 2000
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