second half 16th century
The pattern in red ciselé velvet on a silvery white ground, consists of a curvalinear lattice of stems enclosing stylized plants. The backing is of green silk plain weave and probably original. There is a metallic lace (silver filé) fringe.
106.05 x 102.87 cm (41 3/4 x 40 1/2 in.)
Paul J. Sachs, Cambridge, gift; to Fogg Art Museum, 1952
Textile fibers
20th centuryAmericanSilk with gilt metallic yarn embroidery
16th centurySpanishLeather
19th centuryWool and linen, tapestry weave
CopticWool
16th centuryFlemishWool embroidery on cotton
19th centuryGreekSilk in 'kesi' tapestry weave
18th-19th centuryChinese