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Mantle for a statue of the Virgin
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A striped silk textile, probably made for use in the Islamic Alhambra palatine complex, was turned into a mantle for a statue of the Virgin Mary. On the crimson stripes the salutation that occurs as ornamental text throughout the Alhambra, <em>Glory to our Lord the Sultan</em>, repeats in Arabic script.
| Artist / Maker | Spain, Granada |
|---|---|
| Date | late 1400s–1500s |
| Culture / Origin | Spain, Granada |
| Medium | Silk: lampas weave |
| Dimensions | Average: 104.2 x 215.9 cm (41 x 85 in.) |
| Department | Textiles |
| Type | Textile |
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