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Written by: Isabella De LucaContributing Writer · Furniture & Decorative Arts
Carpets & Textiles · Catalogue no. 37463
Anonymous, Moroccan embroidererFurnishing textile
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byCleveland Museum of Art
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This densely embroidered textile from Meknès, Morocco was possibly used as a pillow cover.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Moroccan embroiderer |
|---|---|
| Date | 1800s |
| Culture / Origin | Africa, North Africa, Morocco, Meknès, Moroccan embroiderer |
| Medium | Cotton, silk, dye |
| Dimensions | Overall: 39.5 x 54.6 cm (15 9/16 x 21 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Textiles |
| Type | Embroidery |
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