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Measurements

142cm x 46cm

Place of Origin

Turkey

Historical Period/Date

20th Century (1900-1929 Early)

Registration Number

1994-064

Techniques

Chain Stitch Embroidery,Metal Thread Embroidery,Satin Stitch,Tambour Work,

Objects

Covers,Household Textiles,

Physical Description

Silk gauze cover embroidered with an allover design in beige, blue, pink and gold silk and gold metal thread. Stitches include satin stitch (susma) and tamboured chain stitch. Design elements include large round medallions and paisley shapes. The border has unfinished Kufic lettering. There is a gold metal thread crocheted edging.