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Scarf

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

Muslin scarf, embroidered with a repeat floral motif in gold wire, a border at each end, one end with one layer of trailing foliage, the other with two layers.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Woven muslin, embroidered with gold wire
Brief description
Textile, muslin scarf or head cover, embroidered with gold wire, 19th century, probably Dhaka.
Physical description
Muslin scarf, embroidered with a repeat floral motif in gold wire, a border at each end, one end with one layer of trailing foliage, the other with two layers.
Dimensions
  • Length: 148cm
  • Width: 87cm
Object history
Transferred from India Museum 1879.
Historical context
Intended for use as garment, clothing.
Subjects depicted
Collection
Accession number
8649(IS)

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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