MAT, Embroidered
CH1980.98
Embroidered mat, Islamic, possibly south central Asia/Caucasus; unbleached linen, coarse tabby weave; embroidered mainly in tent stitch with silk and silver metal thread; 2 borders of needleweaving, enclosing band of circular motifs; 4 square motifs in corners; symmetrically arranged Mogul-style boughs and birds in trees; central square motif with mihrabs on 2 sides, birds in trees on 2 sides.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
| Accession Number: | CH1980.98 |
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| Accession Date: | 1 Jan 1970 |
| Credit: | LA Mills Collection |
Material
| Linen/Textile | 0 - Whole |
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| Silk/Textile |
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| Metal Thread/Metal |
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Measurement
| dimensions | 65 x 65cm |
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