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Coverlet (India (for European market)), late 17th century

This is a Coverlet. It is dated late 17th century and we acquired it in 1953. Its medium is cotton ground, silk embroidery and its technique is embroidered in chain stitch on plain weave. It is a part of the Textiles department.

It is credited Museum purchase from Au Panier Fleuri Fund.

Its dimensions are

Warp x Weft: 284.5 x 261.6 cm (9 ft. 4 in. x 8 ft. 7 in.)

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Coverlet (India (for European market)), late 17th century; cotton ground, silk embroidery; Warp x Weft: 284.5 x 261.6 cm (9 ft. 4 in. x 8 ft. 7 in.); Museum purchase from Au Panier Fleuri Fund; 1953-123-2

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