E1395: Indian Embroidery, Large pillowcase, star motif

Ethnographic

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Identifier:

E1395

Classification Category:

2:Furnishings ➞ Bedding

Marks/Labels:

N/A

Materials:

fabric ➔ cloth ➔ cotton
fabric ➔ thread
synthetic ➔ plastic

Dimensions:

43 cm L
42 cm W

Provenance of Object:

Sold in Decorah, Iowa. Donor thought it might be Hmong, but research and consults suggest it is from India.

Ethnic Group:

Asian ➞ India

Production Date:

Late 1970s, early 1980s.

Use/Function:

Pillowcase, decorative throw.

Source Locality:

Purchased in Decorah, Iowa or Northeast Iowa.

Description:

Pillowcase with a star motif on a faded blue cloth. Features star patterns around the cloth with a shiny plastic material stitched into the borders. Likely from India.

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