India

Square Shawl

c. 1860
Wool, double interlocking 2:2 twill tapestry weave, woven in large sections; corner tabs of 2:2 twill weave; embroidered in stem stitches; warp fringe
212.5 × 214.3 cm (83.7 × 84.4 in)

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