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Measurements
13.5cm x 354.5cm
Place of Origin
India
Historical Period/Date
19th Century
Registration Number
1985-001
Techniques
Gold Work,Metal Thread Embroidery,
Objects
Trimmings,

Physical Description

A long gold work border on a green satin ground with red cotton backing. Richly embroidered in a variety of purl, some over padding, sequins and pearl-like beads. French knots worked in silk have been used for the birds' eyes. The pattern is a repeat of a 7.5cm wide motif of flowers, birds and peacocks. Above and below this are solid lines, 1cm wide, of purl. At the top is a border, 3cm wide, of stylized flower motifs.

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