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Embroidered envelope with closures — Turkey

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Written by: Murat AkınResearcher · Islamic & Ottoman Arts
Carpets & Textiles · Catalogue no. 64099
Turkey

Embroidered envelope with closures

StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byCleveland Museum of Art
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Artist / MakerTurkey
Datelate 1700s to early 1800s
Culture / OriginTurkey
Mediumsatin weave: silk; embroidery, couched stitches: gilt-metal thread and cotton
DimensionsAverage: 91.5 x 95.9 cm (36 x 37 3/4 in.)
DepartmentTextiles
TypeEmbroidery
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