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Long Shawl

before 1815

France?, 19th century

Medium
2/2 twill weave ground with supplementary weft pattern in 3/1 (Z) weave twill; silk
Measurements
Overall: 292.1 x 126.4 cm (115 x 49 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Arlene C. Cooper 2008.222
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A vertically long silk textile features a pale yellow field framed by elaborate borders. Wide decorative bands at the top and bottom showcase large, curved teardrop shapes filled with intricate red, green, and dark blue floral patterns. Repetitive, dark floral motifs line the narrow side borders, while short fringe finishes the horizontal edges. A faint mark of discoloration appears in the upper right quadrant of the shimmering yellow field.

Long Shawl

before 1815

France?, 19th century

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