Explore the CollectionCostume Component

Measurements
31cm x 8.5cm
Place of Origin
China
Historical Period/Date
Unknown date
Registration Number
2022-167
Donated/Purchased
Donated
Techniques
Satin Stitch,Surface Stitchery,
Objects
Costume Components,

Physical Description

Incomplete strip for an apron. Red satin fabric is stitched to bamboo ' frame' strips. One motif is unworked showing the papercut. Thread would have been applied over that.form making the papercut a permanent part of the textile. The original needle is still attached. Stylised floral design in white, yellow, pink and green. Satin stitch in silk thread.

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