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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
Museum record:
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