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Tapestry with paisley design throughout in reds, purples, blues, and beiges, with fringe on top and bottom.
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India / 1815/20

Shawl Border Fragment

Shawl Border Fragment

Look closely at Shawl Border Fragment. Tapestry with paisley design throughout in reds, purples, blues, and beiges, with fringe on top and bottom.

WHY IT’S INTERESTING

What detail would you point out to someone seeing this for the first time? The Art Institute dates Shawl Border Fragment to 1815/20.

SERENDIPITYA little unexpected
FamiliarWeird

A CLOSER LOOK

India made this costume and accessories. The museum dates it 1815/20.

The original museum record has the full image, attribution, and catalog details. Return to the work after reading its record and see what you notice.

FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE

Art Institute of ChicagoShawl Border Fragment

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