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Gold Embroidered Pistol Cover

1700s

Spain

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Medium
embroidery; gold metallic thread
Measurements
Overall: 53.3 x 55.9 cm (21 x 22 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Wade 1916.1370.3
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Not on view
Print
A shield-shaped embroidery of gold metallic thread and red velvet features a dense gold fringe border. A central medallion depicts a face with white eyes and pink lips, set above a red velvet fan. Curving gold scrolls inset with red velvet flank this medallion. Above, a red and gold crown-like form sits within glinting gold thread. The piece uses intricate needlework to create symmetrical, high-contrast patterns around the central mask-like face.

Gold Embroidered Pistol Cover

1700s

Spain

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