Not currently on display at the V&A

Shawl

ca. 1881 - ca. 1882 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Complete shawl of yellow cotton, block printed with Bengali inscriptions and Vishnu's feet designs in brick red.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Woven cotton, block printed
Brief description
Shawl (dupatta), printed cotton, blocks of script, Bengal or possibly Mathura, ca. 1881-1882
Physical description
Complete shawl of yellow cotton, block printed with Bengali inscriptions and Vishnu's feet designs in brick red.
Dimensions
  • Length: 188cm
  • Width: 93cm
Object history
Acquired by Caspar Purdon Clarke on his purchasing trip to India in 1881 to 1882.
Historical context
Intended for use as a garment, clothing.
Subjects depicted
Collection
Accession number
IS.1110-1883

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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