Wall hanging with tulips, pomegranates, and serrated leaves
Ottoman interiors were comfortably furnished with carpets and cushions. Woven and embroidered textiles of different kinds were used for bedding and as throws, fireplace covers, cushion covers and wall hangings. These were folded and stored in cupboards fitted in the walls when not in use.
Given its size, this large embroidered textile probably functioned as a wall hanging. It is made of three panels of undyed cotton embroidered with coloured silk threads. Embroidery enabled the craftsmen to create complex, multi-coloured patterns without having to weave them into the fabric.
Tulips, pomegranates and elongated, serrated leaves are part of the Ottoman decorative repertoire and are found in ceramics as well as works on paper.
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Title
Wall hanging with tulips, pomegranates, and serrated leaves
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Associated place
Turkey (place of creation) -
Date
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Material and technique
cotton, embroidered with coloured silk
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Object type
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Dimensions
237 x 130 cm (warp x weft) -
No. of items
1
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Credit line
Purchased with the assistance of the MLA/V&A Purchase Grant Fund, 2007.
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Museum location
Museum department
Eastern Art
Accession no.
EA2007.104
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