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Piece of velvet
Italian
15th–16th century
Medium/Technique
Silk velvet with gold-colored metal wrapped on silk core
Dimensions
94.5 x 56.8 cm (37 3/16 x 22 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Bequest of Mrs. Sarah Wyman Whitman
Accession Number04.1734
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionThe ground is yellow, enriched with gold thread. The pattern is yellow and blue green, a large fruit device with radiating leaves and blossoms. Pieced. Much worn and dirty.