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Embroidered Towel

19th century

Turkey, 19th century

Medium
embroidery: silk thread and tinsel pushed through fabric, bent and pressed into place, on linen tabby ground
Measurements
Average: 129 x 49.9 cm (50 13/16 x 19 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harold North Fowler Collection 1956.683
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A vertically long linen towel features two identical sections of silk and tinsel embroidery. Each section displays horizontal woven stripes above five pink and white blossoms emerging from orange and red vases. Below, a green zigzag border with pink buds runs along a short fringe. The repetitive floral motif against the cream ground creates a rhythmic, mirrored appearance, punctuated by the subtle shimmer of tinsel within the threadwork.

Embroidered Towel

19th century

Turkey, 19th century

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