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An embroidered silk and wool shawl, North India, 19th century, The central field, plain, each...
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An embroidered silk and wool shawl,
North India, 19th century,
The central field, plain, each...
Starting Bid: £120
Estimate: £300 - £500
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Lot 34
Description
An embroidered silk and wool shawl,
North India, 19th century,
The central field, plain, each corner with inwards rising floral sprays, the borders embroidered with vertical cartouches of exuberant floral decoration against similar field,
112 x 54.8cm.
Literature:
Elizabeth Benn ed., "Treasures from the Embroideries Guild Collection," published E.G. Enterprises, 1995, pp. 117, 125
Condition Report
The central field is discoloured, possibly from exposition to light. It is stained and shows minute areas of loose and broken weave. Some occasional pulled threads. The embroidery colours are strong and vibrant.
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