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Long Shawl

c. 1815

India, Kashmir, 19th century

Medium
2/2 twill tapestry weave, double interlocked; embroidery; wool
Measurements
Overall: 312.4 x 131.5 cm (123 x 51 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Arlene C. Cooper 2008.219
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A long, vertical rectangular piece of off-white wool cloth features a large central field with four small teardrop motifs at each interior corner. Thin, dark patterned borders run along both vertical sides. At the top and bottom, wide horizontal bands display nine large, dark gray teardrop-shaped patterns outlined in red. Short fringes finish the top and bottom edges.

Long Shawl

c. 1815

India, Kashmir, 19th century

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