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early 1900s

Iran

Medium
Silk on cotton tabby ground, embroidery
Measurements
Overall: 122.6 x 85.1 cm (48 1/4 x 33 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.1314
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
Print
A horizontally long silk and cotton embroidery is covered with dense geometric patterns in dark blue, maroon, gold, and cream threads. The surface is organized into repeating vertical bands filled with complex motifs, including stylized figures and stepped pyramids. Narrower strips of small diamonds flank the main sections. Along the top and bottom, a thin border consists of tiny white and yellow diamonds, enclosing the intricate and colorful composition.

Cover

early 1900s

Iran

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