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A work made of silk satin; embroidered in silk chain stitch.

Part of a Skirt

Late 19th century

India, Kutch, Gujarat

India

Fine chain stitch embroidery has been a specialty of the Kutch region for centuries. This textile, decorated with a floral border and repeating pattern of dancing woman and large flowers, once formed part of a woman’s skirt.

Silk satin; embroidered in silk chain stitch

Textiles