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Piece of brocade
French
Late 17th–early 18th century
Medium/Technique
Brocade
Dimensions
Overall: 47.6 x 54 cm (18 3/4 x 21 1/4 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. George Washington Wales
Accession Number85.348
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsTextiles
DescriptionWoven with blue and white silk and silver thread. Ground silver and white with a design of bands with scalloped edges, joined by rosettes, so as to make diamonds and irregular forms, in which are bunches of conventional flowers. These bands are detailed with diaper and flower patterns. This piece may be old, or it may be a modern reproduction.