Textile, Block-printed on linen Medium: linen Technique: wood block printed on plain weave, Natural color linen, block-printed in black and soft shades of red and light green, now faded. Design shows part of a symmetrical ogival frame pattern, in imitation of a woven silk or velvet. Each ogive contains the head of a large, exotic flower. The framing bands are heavily printed in black, and contain interior decoration of flower heads and curving stems. The repeat is incomplete., Russia, 18th century, printed, dyed & painted textiles, Textile

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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