Valance
early 18th century (made)
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Cream linen embroidered in silk, pulled thread-work and cross-stitch. Geometric border added to central band. Black and oyster/pale pink (faded from red) silk. Design depicts stylized figures standing in archways of stylized buildings, alternating with large male figures in military uniform. Male figures holding up birds, female figures holding up rings or hoops, mothers with children.
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Materials and techniques | linen embroidered with silk thread |
Brief description | Linen valance embroidered in silks |
Physical description | Cream linen embroidered in silk, pulled thread-work and cross-stitch. Geometric border added to central band. Black and oyster/pale pink (faded from red) silk. Design depicts stylized figures standing in archways of stylized buildings, alternating with large male figures in military uniform. Male figures holding up birds, female figures holding up rings or hoops, mothers with children. |
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Accession number | T.170-1927 |
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Record created | February 6, 2008 |
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