Band
ca. 1855-1879 (made)
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Band of predominantly red silk, with a stylised floral motif brocaded in gold-wrapped thread and green and white silk, the name of the maker woven at one end.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Silk and gold-wrapped thread, woven and brocaded |
| Brief description | Textile band, possibly belt, silk, Naogaon, ca. 1855-1879. |
| Physical description | Band of predominantly red silk, with a stylised floral motif brocaded in gold-wrapped thread and green and white silk, the name of the maker woven at one end. |
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| Object history | Transferred from India Museum 1879. |
| Historical context | Intended for use as a garment, part of clothing; possibly as a belt. |
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| Accession number | 6546(IS) |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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