Sash
ca. 1855 (made)
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Sash, gold wire, gold-wrapped thread and sequins in a floral design on a background of green velvet backed with green silk.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Woven velvet and silk, embroidered with gold-wrapped thread |
| Brief description | Textile, sash, velvet and silk, gold-wrapped thread embroidery, Madras, ca. 1855 |
| Physical description | Sash, gold wire, gold-wrapped thread and sequins in a floral design on a background of green velvet backed with green silk. |
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| Object history | Transferred from India Museum 1879. Purchased by Mr. Underwood for Paris Exhibition in 1855. Possibly also exhibited in Dublin. 1880 Register Entry: [Case 14] '0389. WAIST BELT. Green velvet, embroidered with gold; Madras. 505' |
| Historical context | Intended for use as a garment, an accessory. |
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| Other number | 505 - India Museum Slip Book |
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| Accession number | 0389(IS) |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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