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Turkish
Probably 18th century
Object Place: Turkey
Medium/Technique
Linen; weaving
Dimensions
Overall: 272.4 x 37.5 cm (107 1/4 x 14 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Ashton Sanborn in memory of Ashton Sanborn
Accession Number1970.559
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionSheer, plain woven linen ground, embroidered on both ends with polychrome silks and gilt silver yarns in double darning, double running and satin stitches. Design of large flowering plant with long slender leaves. Linen yellowed and stained. Silks faded, gilt silver yarns worn and tarnished. Washed: March 29, 1971