Early 19th century
Russia
Object qualities
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Objectheadwear: Maiden's head-dress
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Type of arts & crafts
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TechniqueGold thread, nacre plaque and fine river pearls embroidery on foil and silk
(goldwork, pearl embroidery) -
MediumGold threads, pearls, velvet, silk, pearl plaque, foil.
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Geography details
Russia -
Federal region today
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Federal subject today
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DateEarly 19th century
Source of information
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Type of sourcebook “Russian Embroidery and Lace”
Author(s) L. Efimova, R. Belogorskaya -
Fund that the source refers toThe State Historical Museum
Description
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Maiden’s head-dress with a foliage design of pearls, worked in gold and mother-of-pearl plaques on silk and foil
