Cap Panel
19th century (made)
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Cap panel of green silk velvet, embroidered with silver-gilt thread and further enriched with gilt metal beads and small pieces of faceted red glass. The embroidery is raised by being worked over cardboard. Stems of roses issuing from a small cornucopia. There is a canvas pasted lining.
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Materials and techniques | Silk velvet with embroidery in silver-gilt thread, gilt metal beads and faceted glass |
Brief description | Cap panel, green silk velvet with embroidery in silver-gilt thread, gilt metal beads and faceted glass, Germany, 19th century. |
Physical description | Cap panel of green silk velvet, embroidered with silver-gilt thread and further enriched with gilt metal beads and small pieces of faceted red glass. The embroidery is raised by being worked over cardboard. Stems of roses issuing from a small cornucopia. There is a canvas pasted lining. |
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Object history | Purchased (285 to 306-1903, £3). |
Production | Attributed to 18th century when acquired. |
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Accession number | 295-1903 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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