Scarf
1855 (made)
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| Place of origin |
Length of white piña, embroidered with flowers and leaves, with decorative scalloped border. Parts of embroidery in light brown/golden coloured thread. Complete piece, not made up.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Woven piña, embroidered in cotton |
| Brief description | Embroidered piña scarf or runner, embroidered in Madras, 1855; Textiles |
| Physical description | Length of white piña, embroidered with flowers and leaves, with decorative scalloped border. Parts of embroidery in light brown/golden coloured thread. Complete piece, not made up. |
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| Object history | Transferred from India Museum1879. Slip book entry 2752: 'Scarf Pina Silk / Madras / 55 / Elaborately embroidered in Madras. Fabric imported from the Peninshula' |
| Historical context | Intended for use as garment or part of garment/clothing. |
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| Accession number | 0317(IS) |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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