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Turban Cloth

ca. 1855 (made)
Place of origin

Fine white cotton or possibly muslin turban cloth, with red and beige woven cotton bands at each end.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Cotton or muslin, woven
Brief description
Muslin turban cloth, probably Punjab, ca. 1855.
Physical description
Fine white cotton or possibly muslin turban cloth, with red and beige woven cotton bands at each end.
Dimensions
  • Length: 1654cm (approx.)
  • Width: 22cm
Object history
Transferred from India Museum 1879.
Historical context
Intended for use as garment, clothing.
Other number
8250 - India Museum Slip Book
Collection
Accession number
8641(IS)

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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