Palampore
18th century (made)
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A rectangular canopy or wall-hanging of painted and dyed cotton. Central lotus medallion with south Indian geese (hamsa) around it; field of flowers, animals and birds; corner elements with mythical beasts (yalis) with entwined necks.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Cotton, painted, resist-dyed and mordant-dyed |
| Brief description | Hanging or canopy of painted and dyed cotton, South-east India, 18th century |
| Physical description | A rectangular canopy or wall-hanging of painted and dyed cotton. Central lotus medallion with south Indian geese (hamsa) around it; field of flowers, animals and birds; corner elements with mythical beasts (yalis) with entwined necks. |
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| Object history | Made in South-east India, for the south Indian or Sri Lankan market. Purchased. Registered File number 1976/1287. |
| Production | Made in South-east India, for the south Indian or Sri Lankan market. |
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| Accession number | IS.11-1976 |
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| Record created | August 4, 2006 |
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