Fragment of brocaded silk with imitation slashing

Date16th century

MediumSilk and metal thread; ribbed plain weave with supplementary flat metal weft, brocaded with metal filé; supplementary silk weft floats

DimensionsL. 9 1/4 x W. 9 inches (23.5 x 22.9 cm)

DepartmentEuropean Sculpture and Decorative Arts

ClassificationTextiles-Woven

Gift of The United Piece Dye Works, 1936

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