Decoration
Category
Textiles
Date
Unknown
Materials
Textile, paper, metal, and stone
Measurements
125 mm (W); 110 mm (Length)
Place of origin
India
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 31565.1
Summary
Indian decorative motifs, comprising heavy goldwork embroidery on red and gold foil paper, and cut in a similar style to cut work. Design of Lion and Unicorn and central crown at top. Lower shape ends in a circle edged with pearls.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.