Shawl

India

Date

1870s

Medium

Wool, patchwork of double interlocking 2:2 'S' twill tapestry weaves; outer border and "Harlequin" tabs of patchwork in 2:2 'S' twill weaves; embroidered in detached chain, flat, satin, and stem stitches; laid work and couching; main warp fringe

Dimensions

214.6 × 219.7 cm (84 1/2 × 86 1/2 in.)

Department

Textiles

Credit line

Gift of Estate of Theresa Irwin Rew