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Furniture Cover for Table

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Furniture Cover for Table by an unknown artist. Gray rectangular rug with a thick ornate border and a floral pattern in shades of gold, red, and orange. The border consists of rows of connected floral motifs on a gray background. The main body of the rug features a central floral motif surrounded by scattered floral patterns. The floral designs are intricate and symmetrical. The overall design includes shades of gray, gold, red, and orange.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Silk and metal thread embroidery on plain weave silk; lined with cotton
Culture
China for British or Persian market (?)
Dimensions
505 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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