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Embroidered Shawl

18th century

Turkey, 18th century

Medium
embroidery: silk on cotton and silk net ground
Measurements
Overall: 170 x 85 cm (66 15/16 x 33 7/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.1261
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A horizontally long silk and cotton shawl is embroidered with dense, multicolored patterns and bordered with dark brown fringe. Vertical bands in muted rust, coral, and sage green threads fill the center, each containing unique repeating floral and geometric motifs. On the far left, a light pink rectangular panel with a grid pattern is surrounded by small, intricate shapes. These tightly packed designs create a rich, complex texture across the entire textile.

Embroidered Shawl

18th century

Turkey, 18th century

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