Coverlet
ca. 1862 (made)
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Textile, circular piece of cotton, probably table cover, central medallion surrounded by floral motifs, floral bands and a deeper border of coloured bands all printed with silver. Complete piece.
Object details
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Materials and techniques | Woven cotton, block printed with gum, overlaid with silver powder |
Brief description | Textile, coverlet, central medallion, floral motifs, block printed cotton, Jaipur, ca. 1862 |
Physical description | Textile, circular piece of cotton, probably table cover, central medallion surrounded by floral motifs, floral bands and a deeper border of coloured bands all printed with silver. Complete piece. |
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Object history | Transferred from India Museum 1879. |
Historical context | Probably intended for use as a table cover, for domestic use. |
Other number | 4083 - India Museum Slip Book |
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Accession number | 6727(IS) |
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Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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