3rd quarter of 19th century
This pattern is unusual, and closely related to the geometric patterns of a kilim or flat woven carpet. The material is the opposite of the humble kilim, however, and is instead a fabric of supreme luxury and richness.
73.66 x 30.48 cm (29 x 12 in.)
Collection of Dr. Guido Goldman; gift to the Harvard Art Museum, 2005.
Linen canvas with silk
19th centuryAmericanFiber
20th centuryGermanPurple and buff colored wool
5th-6th centuryByzantineBook of swatches mounted on paper (56 sheets)
19th-20th centuryJapaneseBook of swatches mounted on paper (56 sheets)
19th-20th centuryJapaneseSilk
JapaneseLinen and wool, tapestry woven
4th century CEByzantine