SHAWL

CH1980.305

Printed woollen shawl. Cream background and would originally have had a larger plain central section. Pattern of large stylized cones with floral motifs. Predominantly pink, aqua, blue and yellow. Probably originally a three-quarter plaid shape. Copy of the woven "paisley shawl". Ref. Irwin, 'Shawls', 1955, pp.30-35. Possibly made in imitation of Paisley designs incorporating floral motifs. Fairly late Kashmir pattern.

Department: 

History Department

Collection

History Collection

Collection Item Data

Accession Number: CH1980.305
Accession Date: 11 Jul 1980
Credit: The Brierley Family & Mrs M. Locke

Material

Wool/Textile0 - Whole

Measurement

length1980mm
width1620mm

 

 

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