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Caucasian (possibly Kuba)
19th century
Object Place: Caucasus, possibly Kuba
Medium/Technique
Kilim; wool warp and weft; woven tapestry
Dimensions
138.5 x 277 cm (54 1/2 x 109 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Harold A. Pitman
Accession Number45.922
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionSlit tapestry, wool warp and weft. Design: five wide bands each containing 3 stepped geometric medallions; 3 narrow bands with geometric designs between each wide band; lines of weft-float weave guard stripes frame each narrow band. Natural colored wool fringe at both ends. Colors brilliant; few repairs.