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19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

White muslin fragment, chikan embroidered in white cotton, border design of large stylised buta containing floral motifs and pulled work, withiin a decorative floral border.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Woven muslin, chikan embroidery in cotton
Brief description
Textile, muslin, embroidered, probably Dhaka, 19th century.
Physical description
White muslin fragment, chikan embroidered in white cotton, border design of large stylised buta containing floral motifs and pulled work, withiin a decorative floral border.
Dimensions
  • Length: 78cm
  • Width: 54cm
Credit line
Purchased from Mrs Irene C. Saunders, 50, Loughborough Road, Brixton, S.W
Historical context
Intended for use as garment/clothing.
Subject depicted
Collection
Accession number
IM.298-1913

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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