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Panel of velvet
Italian
19th century
Object Place: Italy
Medium/Technique
Silk; velvet, satin ground
Dimensions
61 x 293 cm (24 x 115 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Eugene, Paul, and George A. Bernat in memory of their father, Emile Bernat
Accession Number48.1270
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionCoarse ivory satin ground, with pattern in crimson cut and uncut pile. Very long repeat; symmetrical design showing two undulating dotted ribbons connecting great stylized bouquets of three types. Complete selvedges at sides. Ground worn. A few holes and tears.