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Marriage Canopy

Unknown Artist/Maker19th century

The Jewish Museum, New York

The Jewish Museum, New York
New York, United States

The uniform execution of the gold-embroidered decoration, including the hexagram, suggests the cloth was made for ritual use. The size, square format and fringed edges, imply that it was used as a marriage canopy.

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  • Title: Marriage Canopy
  • Creator: Unknown Artist/Maker
  • Date Created: 19th century
  • Location: Turkey, Asia
  • Physical Dimensions: 77 3/16 × 77 15/16 in. (196.1 × 198 cm)
  • Type: Ceremonial Art
  • Rights: https://thejewishmuseum.org/about-this-site#terms-conditions
  • External Link: View this object at thejewishmuseum.org
  • Medium: Silk: embroidered with metallic thread, net and sequins
The Jewish Museum, New York

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