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Shawl

A work made of silk, plain weave; embroidered in silk threads in satin, straight and stem stitches; knotted silk fringe.

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  • A work made of silk, plain weave; embroidered in silk threads in satin, straight and stem stitches; knotted silk fringe.

Date:

Qing dynasty (1644–1911)/ Republic Period (1912–1949), early 20th century

Artist:

China, Guangdong Province

About this artwork

Status

Currently Off View

Department

Textiles

Title

Shawl

Place

China (Object made in)

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Made 1901–1925

Medium

Silk, plain weave; embroidered in silk threads in satin, straight and stem stitches; knotted silk fringe

Dimensions

147.3 × 144.8 cm (58 × 57 in.)

Credit Line

Gift of Mrs. Howard G. Rose

Reference Number

1962.470

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