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Fragment

second half of 16th century

Spain, second half of 16th century

Medium
brocaded silk with metal thread
Measurements
Average: 26.1 x 40.7 cm (10 1/4 x 16 in.)
Credit Line
Dudley P. Allen Fund 1918.885
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A vertically oriented brocaded silk and metal thread velvet fragment features symmetrical leaf and floral patterns in muted green against a shimmering gray background. Gold threads trace the edges of the raised design. Straight on the left and top, the bottom right corner curves inward. Ornate, curling foliage spreads from a central vertical axis to form repeating medallions, creating a decorative surface of glinting silver and green.

Fragment

second half of 16th century

Spain, second half of 16th century

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