Description
Two spotted animals flank a simplified tree with more roots than leaves, framed by an angular vine. The nearly symmetrical pattern, woven in simple tapestry weave, was influenced by more complex weaves, visible in the silks displayed below.
Provenance
Mrs. Paul Mallon, Paris.
Accession Number
1983.256
Medium
plain weave with slit-tapestry weave, applied; dyed wool, undyed linen
Dimensions
Overall: 14 x 18.7 cm (5 1/2 x 7 3/8 in.); Mounted: 22.2 x 29.5 cm (8 3/4 x 11 5/8 in.)
Classification
Textile
Credit Line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
