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Square cover
Probably the Caucasus
18th–19th century (?)
Object Place: Caucausus (probably)
Medium/Technique
Silk; embroidery cotton plain weave
Dimensions
49.5 x 46 cm (19 1/2 x 18 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.2045
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionSmall octagonal medallions, each containing an uneven four-point star, repeat within lattice compartments on a red field. Border with a star motif and a re-curved leaf (?) motif repeating alternately. Predominantly red with other silk yarns on a tan cotton ground. Soiled; worn; missing yarns.