Not currently on display at the V&A

Textile

ca. 1855 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Folded roll of white silk, still folded and tied as originally acquired.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Silk, woven
Brief description
Textile, Folded roll of silk, Assam, ca. 1855.
Physical description
Folded roll of white silk, still folded and tied as originally acquired.
Dimensions
  • Length: 28cm
  • Width: 28cm
folded
Object history
Transferred from India Museum 1879.
Historical context
Probably intended for use as a garment, clothing.
Other number
3377 - India Museum Slip Book
Collection
Accession number
5523(IS)

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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