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Bedspread
Turkish
18th–19th century (?)
Object Place: Turkey
Medium/Technique
Linen, embroidery
Dimensions
140.5 x 273 cm (55 5/16 x 107 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.470
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionComposed of three rectangular panels of cream-colored linen gauze with a narrow white silk band woven along each selvedge. At either end are blossoms and leaf motifs repeating alternately in dense staggered rows. Polychrome silk and metallic yarns. Some stains and small repairs to field; metallic yarns tarnished.