Thangka Lining
17th century (made)
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Tanka lining of brocaded silk. The design consists of six-hue inscriptions alternating with rows of wild geese and lotus flowers. Colours are red for the ground, and brocaded in green, yellow and white. Fringe at one end.
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Materials and techniques | Brocaded silk |
Brief description | Thangka lining of brocaded silk, Assam, probably 17th century |
Physical description | Tanka lining of brocaded silk. The design consists of six-hue inscriptions alternating with rows of wild geese and lotus flowers. Colours are red for the ground, and brocaded in green, yellow and white. Fringe at one end. |
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Credit line | Given by Paul Telco, Esq. |
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Accession number | IS.49-1967 |
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Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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