Mid-18th century
Russia
Object qualities
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Objectclothes: Skir
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Type of arts & crafts
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TechniqueShaded satin stitch, feather silk stitch, applique of silk, tulle and feathers on white satin
(satin stitch / slanting satin stitch / counted satin stitch / single-sided satin stitch / double-sided satin stitch / long-and-short stitch, embroidered appliqué) -
MediumColored silk threads, chenille, applique in tulle and silk fabric, feathers, white satin
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Geography details
Russia -
Federal region today
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Federal subject today
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DateMid-18th 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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Skirt showing a design of flowers, garlands, bows and ribbons in the rococo style, worked in coloured silks and chenille in satin and buttonhole stitches on white satin; applique in tulle, silk textile and plumes
