Medium: silk, seeds Technique: ladder, buttonhole, surface and chain stitch embroidery on plain weave
Dimensions:
H x W (b): 27 x 52 cm (10 5/8 x 20 1/2 in.)
Type:
embroidery & stitching
Textile
Made in:
India
Date:
19th century
Catalogue Status:
Research in Progress
Description:
Fragments of green, yellow and red silk pieced together and densely embroidered in a stylized design of geometric and floral motifs. Small tassels with seeds are attached to the sides.
Credit Line:
Gift of Minnie G. O'Donnell, in memory of her sister Agnes M. O'Donnell
