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Mirror cover (tensifa)

1700s

Africa, North Africa, Morocco, Tétouan, Moroccan embroiderer

Medium
Linen, silk, dye
Measurements
Overall: 333.9 x 56.6 cm (131 7/16 x 22 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.830
Public Domain
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Satin stitch is used to produce the broad, smooth surface of the floral patterns seen here.

Description

Special embroidered textiles were used by newylwed Moroccan couples to cover the mirror in their home. This was done to protect them from the evil eye and unfavorable gazes.

Mirror cover (tensifa)

1700s

Africa, North Africa, Morocco, Tétouan, Moroccan embroiderer

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