Fragment

late 19th century

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
New York, United States

Tan satin ground with some details of the design in plain weave. Allover closely-spaced design of curving branches with large decorative flowers and foliage. Peacocks perch on branches. Design in the tan functional weft and an extra coral silk weft.

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Title: Fragment
Date Created: late 19th century
Location Created: England
Original Source: See this work of art on the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum website
Medium: Medium: silk Technique: compound satin
Credit line: Gift of Anonymous Donor

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

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