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Maison Basset [Paper doilie of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07713.02.08 Author/Creator: Maison Basset Place Written: Paris, France Type: Document Date: no date Pagination: 2 p. ; 10.6 x 6.7 cm. Order a Copy

One undated paper doilie of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Christ printed by Maison Basset. Front of the item contains a print of the sacred heart; reverse side is a printing of the prayer in French. Written in pencil is Stauffer's translation of the first few lines.

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