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Sash

ca. 1855 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Sash, gold wire, gold-wrapped thread and sequins in a floral design on a background of green velvet backed with green silk.

Object details

Categories
Object type
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.
Dimensions
  • Length: 92cm
  • Width: 7.5cm
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.
Subject depicted
Other number
505 - India Museum Slip Book
Collection
Accession number
0389(IS)

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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