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Rectangular cover
Probably Turkish or Eastern European
18th–19th century
Object Place: Probably Turkey or Eastern Europe
Medium/Technique
Silk and gilt metal-shot ribbed ground with gilt metallic thread, sequins, spangles, and floss silk embroidery, polychrome velvet applique, metal strips and coils, metallic tape and fringe, and linen backing
Dimensions
84 x 200 cm (33 1/16 x 78 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number48.1002
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionCentral medallion of guilloche bands and a repeating floral motif, bearing an applied coat-of-arms(three lions rampant) backed by stylized acanthus leaves and surmounted by a crown. On either side a horizontal, symmetrical floral spray with inwardly curling leafy branches and leaves plus wheat stalks. All within a similar rectangular guilloche border. Outer border, a straight stalk with stylized leaves and blossoms within scalloped bands. Metal strips and coils, metallic yarns, sequins and spangles plus polychrome velvet and floss silk yarns on a red gold-shot ribbed silk ground. Metallic tape edging and metallic bottom fringe probably later additions. Ground worn, some missing yarns.