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Embroidered Towel (Peshkir)

19th century

Turkey, 19th century

Medium
embroidery: silk and metal strips on cotton tabby ground
Measurements
Average: 78.8 x 43.5 cm (31 x 17 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harold North Fowler Collection 1956.676
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A horizontally long, off-white cotton cloth is embroidered with identical vertical borders on its short ends. Three plant motifs on each side feature curving green stalks, clusters of gold flowers, and round fruits in silk and metal thread, framed by delicate, wavy vine-like lines. A large, yellowish stain spreads across the center-left of the finely woven fabric. The cloth's edges are uneven and hand-finished, highlighting the artisanal nature of the floral patterns.

Embroidered Towel (Peshkir)

19th century

Turkey, 19th century

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