Skirt Panel
c.1855-79 (made)
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Muslin skirt length, embroidered with white cotton, with repeated design of large bouquets in the form of buta, scalloped edges. Complete piece made up of panels joined together.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Muslin, woven, embroidered with cotton |
| Brief description | Muslin skirt panels embroidered with whitework, probably Chennai, Tamil Nadu, c.1855-79 |
| Physical description | Muslin skirt length, embroidered with white cotton, with repeated design of large bouquets in the form of buta, scalloped edges. Complete piece made up of panels joined together. |
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| Object history | Transferred from the India Museum in 1879 |
| Historical context | Intended for use as garment/clothing. |
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| Accession number | 8755(IS) |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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