Palampore
18th century-19th century (made)
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Palampore of painted cotton. The design in the field consists of a central floral medallion surrounded by four peacocks, and the remaining space is covered with stylised floral stems. The broad borders are filled with Hamsas and lotuses. Colours are red, blue and green on a buff ground.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Painted cotton |
| Brief description | Palampore of painted cotton, probably made in South India, 18th century-19th century |
| Physical description | Palampore of painted cotton. The design in the field consists of a central floral medallion surrounded by four peacocks, and the remaining space is covered with stylised floral stems. The broad borders are filled with Hamsas and lotuses. Colours are red, blue and green on a buff ground. |
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| Credit line | Given by G. P. Baker |
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| Accession number | IS.34-1950 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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