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Backpack

Object Name:
Backpack
Object ID:
2009.039.07
Date:
circa 1950
Description:
Fanny pack, skier's. Rectangular pouch of light gray/green cotton canvas. Two white cotton webbing straps with chrome-plated steel buckles. Full-length brass zipper on top edge. Webbing on back of pouch marked "Ken Allen" in black ink. 2.5" wide strip of white cotton canvas sewn on interior, forming nine slots.
Material:
Textile
Cotton
Metal
Steel
Brass
Dimensions:
H-6 W-23 inches
Provenance:
Used by Kenneth L. Allen (1916-2002) of Rochester, NH. Donated by his daughter.
Credit Line:
Gift of Ann Lindner
Subjects:
Skiing, Skiers
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