A pouch with embroidered tapestry design
Object No. H5049-8
Embroidered pouch, vevlet / silver / metal / textile, maker unknown, possibly Turkey, 1860 - 1900
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Summary
Physical Description
A heavily decorated pouch with elaborate floral designs that are stitched onto a purple velvet ground. The stitching is of a very fine silver metal that resembles a filigree styled pattern. The flowers are raised, some with coloured stitching inside and some with a red velvet background. The opening at the top has an undulating pattern to the top of the bag with fine woven metal draw strings to both sides. The bag has a metal tassel to one side of the drawstring and also another at the base of the bag. The lining on the inside consists of a blue fabric.
DIMENSIONS
Width
160 mm
PRODUCTION
Notes
This style of purse and pouch is typical of Turkish designs and production. It was made around 1860-1900.
SOURCE
Acquisition Date
25 January 1950
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