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Thawb, thawb nashal
Bedouin, Saudi Arabian
late 20th century
Medium/Technique
Synthetic plain weave, metallic thread, sequins, plastic beads
Dimensions
Center back: 139.7 cm (55 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Dawn Nordblom in memory of Rodger P. Nordblom
Accession Number2014.420
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CollectionsAsia, Contemporary Art, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionSheer turquoise dress embroidered with gold metallic thread and sequins and pink plastic beads in floral/vegetal designs. Finished edges. Openings for arms.
ProvenanceBetween 1980 and 1985, acquired by Dawn Nordblom, Palm Beach, CA from Bedouin people in Saudi Arabia; 2014, gift of Nordblom to the MFA. (Accession date: February 26, 2014)