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Towel End with Beaded Borders

early 1800s

Mexico, early 19th century

Medium
embroidery; cotton
Measurements
Overall: 47.2 x 42.9 cm (18 9/16 x 16 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Nadine S. Pope 1945.81
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Not on view
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A horizontal tan cotton textile features a wide decorative band along the bottom edge and thin beaded strips along the sides. The tan field shows horizontal lines and various brown stains. In the bottom band, small human figures alternate with blue and pink flowers above a red and green zigzag pattern. Intricate designs are composed of tiny, colorful beads, including the green and white diagonal motifs lining the outer vertical edges.

Towel End with Beaded Borders

early 1800s

Mexico, early 19th century

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