Da-our fragment
Embroidered band at top, Pieced ikat lining. Heavy plain weave wool ground with tan warp and black weft. Polychrome silk embroidery. embroidered chain stitch borders are integral on the sides and bottom edge. The top border is applied, embroidered in silk on silk and hand sewn in place. There is a silk/cotton ikat backing. Raw and frayed edges are seen on the face, suggesting a missing fringe or binding.
- Date
- late 19th-early 20th century
- In our collection
- since July the 6th, 2008 up to now
- Dimensions
- 21 1/2 x 47 1/2 in. (54.61 x 120.65 cm)
- Location
- Not on View
- Medium
- Silk, wool, cotton; hook-and-needle chain stitch, detached chain stitch
- Price
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- Composition
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cadmium 96% iron 1% atium 3%