Tray Cover

P1548

From: Sumatra

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number P1548
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Minangkebau
Provenience Sumatra
Date Made 1901
Section Oceanian
Materials Wool (uncertain) | Glass | Metallic Thread
Description

Four green border panels surround a red central panel. Metallic thread forms geometric and floral patterns along the green borders. Similar patterns are on the central panel but form triangular sections. Purple, clear, and gold mirrors attached throughout the designs. Used in sending presents.

Length 68 cm
Width 66 cm
Credit Line Gift of H. M. Hiller and Alfred C. Harrison Jr., 1901

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