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Uuk kap ilgich

Embroidered bands. Pieced dark red wool ground with polychrome silk embroidery. Chain stitch bands in two designs outline the edges; one pattern on top edge and upper inch of PR side, and a different pattern on the other edges. Three tassels are composed of cotton, silk, and metallic threads over a cotton core.

The embroidery is presently hand stitched to a fabric covered mount; the verso is not visible. Mounted and stitched to white scrim and sheer screen and a white linen covered strainer. Red.

Date
late 19th century
In our collection
since September the 17th, 2015 up to now
Dimensions
33 1/4 x 13 1/4 in. (84.46 x 33.66 cm) (includes tassels)
Location
Not on View
Medium
Silk, wool, cotton, metal; hook-and-needle chain stitch
Price
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Composition
oxygen70%
iron30%