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Towel

c. 1500

Italy, Perugia

(?)
Medium
cotton
Measurements
Overall: 108 x 52.1 cm (42 1/2 x 20 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Caroline E. Coit 1917.281
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A vertical rectangular cotton textile features horizontal bands of indigo blue motifs against a white background. A wide central band displays seated beasts flanking stylized trees, while narrower bands above and below depict paired birds and tower structures. Fine geometric borders separate these decorative rows. Small brown spots mark the cloth, which has frayed, unfinished edges. The symmetrical composition emphasizes the rhythmic contrast between the dark blue indigo and the plain woven field.

Towel

c. 1500

Italy, Perugia (?)

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