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Valance
Italian and Eastern European
17th–18th century
Object Place: Italy, Eastern Europe
Medium/Technique
Silk; embroidery
Dimensions
25.5 x 311 cm (10 1/16 x 122 7/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.484
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Judaica, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionA repeating stylized archway beneath which is a floral spray in an urn. Made in three sections; the center section re-embroidered with lush stylized blossoms and pomegranates. Hebrew (?) inscriptions. Added bobbin lace and tape borders. Silk yarns on a white polychrome floss ground. Missing yarns; soiled.