Textile ArtsUzbek19th century

Velvet Ikat Panel

3rd quarter of 19th century

Description

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.

Classification

Textile Arts

Medium

Silk

Culture

Uzbek

Century

19th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Islamic & Later Indian Art

Dimensions

73.66 x 30.48 cm (29 x 12 in.)

Provenance

Collection of Dr. Guido Goldman; gift to the Harvard Art Museum, 2005.

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