Explore the CollectionFood Cover

Measurements
41cm x 41cm
Place of Origin
India
Historical Period/Date
Unknown date
Registration Number
2007-011
Donated/Purchased
Donated
Techniques
Chain Stitch,Feather Stitch,Shisha Work,
Objects
Food Covers,Household Accessories,

Physical Description

A food cover of a dark red cotton square with a grid design using shisha in two sizes. Crossings of the grid are emphasised with miniature shisha. Larger shisha in the centre of each square are surrounded by couched gold thread. An elaborate border of tiny shisha, with feather stitch and square chain in mainly yellow and white cotton thread.

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