Phulkari
Category
Costume
Date
1800 - 1850
Materials
Silk and cotton
Measurements
1300 mm (W); 2500 mm (Length)
Place of origin
Punjab
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 18842
Summary
Punjab phulkhari densely embroidered overall in rust-orange and ivory floss silks with a geometric pattern on a joined terracotta cotton ground. Similar to phulkhari (NT18853). Oriental textile.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.