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Gold Embroidered Saddle Ornament

1700s

Spain

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Medium
embroidery; gold metallic thread
Measurements
Overall: 53.4 x 101.6 cm (21 x 40 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.1370.1
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Not on view
Print
A horizontally wide dark red velvet textile features dense, symmetrical embroidery in glinting gold thread. A deep semicircular cutout is centered along the top edge, while thick gold fringe borders the bottom and sides. Intricate patterns of scrolling leaves and stylized flowers flow across the surface. In the lower corners, circular frames enclose stylized animal-like faces with wide-set eyes and open mouths. A central floral palmette anchors the bottom edge above the fringe.

Gold Embroidered Saddle Ornament

1700s

Spain

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