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Shawl from Syria or Iraq

Shawl from Syria or Iraq

Object No. 85/278

Shawl, woven silk, maker unknown, Syria, [early 20th century]

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Summary

Physical Description

Shawl, woven silk, maker unknown, Syria, [early 20th century] Twill weave silk shawl, comprising three lengths of fabric in a multi-coloured checked pattern, handsewn together with gold coloured cord. The shawl is tasselled at the ends.

DIMENSIONS

Height

1180 mm

Width

2480 mm

PRODUCTION

Notes

Shawl made in Syria in the early twentieth century.

HISTORY

Notes

Purchased in Alappo c.1970

SOURCE

Credit Line

Purchased 1985

Acquisition Date

4 March 1985

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