Baluchari Sari
19th century (made)
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Sari of woven silk, brocaded with a repeated floral motif in green and cream silk; pallu with a row of stylised flowers in green and cream silk; side and end borders of cream silk with floral motifs.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Woven silk, brocaded with silk thread |
| Brief description | Woman's wrapped garment (sari), brocaded silk, West Bengal, 19th century |
| Physical description | Sari of woven silk, brocaded with a repeated floral motif in green and cream silk; pallu with a row of stylised flowers in green and cream silk; side and end borders of cream silk with floral motifs. |
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| Historical context | Intended for use as a garment, clothing. |
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| Accession number | IS.175-1960 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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