Palampore
early 18th century (made)
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Palampore of painted cotton. The design consists of a flowering tree growing from a rockery. Two large birds stand opposed, and one on each side of the tree. There is a broad border with undulating floral stems. Colours are in red, blue and mauve on a white ground.
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Materials and techniques | Painted cotton |
Brief description | Palampore of painted cotton, South India, early 18th century |
Physical description | Palampore of painted cotton. The design consists of a flowering tree growing from a rockery. Two large birds stand opposed, and one on each side of the tree. There is a broad border with undulating floral stems. Colours are in red, blue and mauve on a white ground. |
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Credit line | Given by G. P. Baker |
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Accession number | IS.39-1950 |
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Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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