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Embroidered Square

19th century

Turkey, 19th century

Medium
embroidery: silk, gold and silver filé on linen tabby ground
Measurements
Average: 83.9 x 81.3 cm (33 1/16 x 32 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.1258
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A square ivory linen cloth is ornately embroidered with a repeating grid of glinting gold, blue, and red floral patterns. Large, curved, fan-like motifs slanting right encircle delicate blue flowers on green stems. Smaller circular medallions with red and blue centers are interspersed throughout the field. A narrow border of tiny pink and green stitches frames the shimmering textile, where silk and metallic threads create a rhythmic, decorative surface.

Embroidered Square

19th century

Turkey, 19th century

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