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Loin Cloth

18th century-early 19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Man's loin cloth (Panung) of silk kincob, partly shot, and brocaded with gilt-paper thread.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Brocaded silk with gilt-paper thread
Brief description
Man's loin cloth (Panung) of silk kincob brocaded with gilt-paper thread, made in Thailand, 18th century-early 19th century
Physical description
Man's loin cloth (Panung) of silk kincob, partly shot, and brocaded with gilt-paper thread.
Dimensions
  • Length: 125in
  • Width: 36in
Collection
Accession number
T.1-1909

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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