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Fragment of a furnishing textile

1800s

Africa, North Africa, Morocco, Moroccan weaver

Medium
Silk, dye
Measurements
Overall: 23.8 x 11.6 cm (9 3/8 x 4 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Dudley P. Allen Fund 1918.187
Public Domain
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Location
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Description

This textile fragment is woven using one silk warp (vertical thread) and multiple silk wefts (horizontal threads), creating a red and white pattern. The fragment was likely once part of a furnishing textile, perhaps used to cover a pillow or other household object.

Fragment of a furnishing textile

1800s

Africa, North Africa, Morocco, Moroccan weaver

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