Rumal
late 18th century-early 19th century (made)
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Cover (Rumal) of embroidered white cotton muslin in satin stitch with pastel-coloured floss silks. The design consists of sprigs of yellow flowers enclosed in a trellis of leaves bordered by a flower and foliage scroll. Nazar - small cover for a ceremonial gift.
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Materials and techniques | Embroidered cotton muslin in floss silks |
Brief description | Nazar cover (Rumal) of embroidered cotton muslin in floss silks, Rajasthan, late 18th century-early 19th century |
Physical description | Cover (Rumal) of embroidered white cotton muslin in satin stitch with pastel-coloured floss silks. The design consists of sprigs of yellow flowers enclosed in a trellis of leaves bordered by a flower and foliage scroll. Nazar - small cover for a ceremonial gift. |
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Credit line | Given by K. de B. Codrington, Esq. |
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Accession number | IM.52-1933 |
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Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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