Shawl
Category
Costume
Date
1900 - 1950
Materials
Silk
Measurements
1520 mm (W); 1520 mm (Length)
Place of origin
Guangzhou
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Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 18816
Summary
Cantonese square shawl of bright emerald green silk, embroidered in self-coloured silk with scrolling peonies, peacocks and other flowers and birds. Deep knotted silk fringe. Oriental textile.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.