Blouse
ca. 1960-1970 (made)
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A backless blouse of pink satin with embroidery and applique in cotton. There are circular panels over the breasts and shoulders and embroidered panels with mirrorwork at the bottom and sides of the blouse. There are strings to tie the blouse at the back.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Satin, embroidered and applique |
| Brief description | Rabari woman's blouse (kamkho), Kutch, ca. 1960-1970 |
| Physical description | A backless blouse of pink satin with embroidery and applique in cotton. There are circular panels over the breasts and shoulders and embroidered panels with mirrorwork at the bottom and sides of the blouse. There are strings to tie the blouse at the back. |
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| Production | Worn by Vagadia Rabari women in Rapar, Kutch, Gujarat. |
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| Accession number | IS.143-2007 |
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| Record created | June 12, 2007 |
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