13th century
Italy
Object qualities
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Objecttextile (towels, carpets, etc.): Textile
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Type of arts & crafts
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MediumSilk and metallic threads
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SizeOverall: 15 1/4 x 9 3/8 in. (38.7 x 23.8 cm) Framed: 19 1/2 x 13 1/2 x 1 1/2 in. (49.5 x 34.3 x 3.8 cm)
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Geography details
Italy -
Country today
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Date13th century
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CultureItalian
Source of information
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Type of sourceDatabase “Metropolitan Museum of Art”
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Fund that the source refers toMetropolitan Museum of Art
Description
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The exceptional condition and quality of this silk, enriched with gold and highlights in red, are characteristic of the Sicilian royal workshops.
