Color: #483d8b
Mitt (China), ca. 300 BC
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Mitt (China), ca. 300 BC
A complete but fragile woven silk mitt, with bands of dark reddish-brown, orange-brown, and ochre, with damask-type patterning.
Bonnet (China), 300 BC
This image shows an ancient textile artifact identified as a bonnet from China, dating back to 300 BC. The bonnet is made of dark fabric with a subtle geometric pattern and appears worn and fragmented….
Tile (Ottoman Empire (present day Syria)), late 16th–early 17th century
Square in shape, painted with an 8-pointed blossom in the center, from which radiate stylized floral arabesques and blossoms.
Wall Tile (Ottoman Empire (present day Syria)), late 16th–early 17th century
Similar to 1951-66-3.
Wall Tile (Ottoman Empire (present day Syria)), late 16th–early 17th century
Border tile decorated in white, cobalt, turquoise, apple-green, and purple with black lines. Lower portion forms part of a continuous arabesque frieze featuring interwoven cloud bands. Upper half composed of two quadrants of a four…
Tile (Italy)
The tile features a decorative design with a combination of green floral motifs and a blue curved pattern on a yellow background filled with small geometric shapes. The edges are accented with diagonal red lines….
Shawl Fragment (India), 1901–25
Kashmir shawl fragment. Horizontal repeats of symmetrical vase and flowers flanked by large elaborate interlace of decorated arabesques; twining flowering sprays fill interstices; scrolling floral guard band at bottom with decorated guard stripes above and…
Shawl (India), 1901–25
Kashmir shawl with a horizontal repeat of flowers flanked by elaborate interlace of decorated arabesques; twining flower sprays fill interstices; scrolling floral guard band with guard strip above and below. Purples, bright turquoise, yellow, orange,…
Textile (India)
This textile fragment from India features an intricate floral and foliage pattern woven in gold thread on a vibrant purple background. The design includes stylized flowers with detailed petals and leaves, showcasing fine craftsmanship and…