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Turban

ca. 1855-1879 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Pink muslin turban edged with a narrow band of silver-wrapped thread, the turban is rolled along its length.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Woven muslin and silver-wrapped thread
Brief description
Textile, turban, woven muslin and silver-wrapped thread, India, ca. 1855-1879
Physical description
Pink muslin turban edged with a narrow band of silver-wrapped thread, the turban is rolled along its length.
Dimensions
  • Length: 390cm
Object history
Transferred from India Museum 1879.
Historical context
Intended for use as a garment, headwear.
Collection
Accession number
5713(IS)

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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