Rabat Embroidery
Rectangle cover of cotton embroidered with silk in satin stitch. The hand work is completely reversible. The drawing is of small crosses enclosed within a diagonal grid which is bordered by two rows of mihrabs and further floral borders.
The whole design is made of abstracted and small leaves and flowers which are unique to this coastal city that was greatly influenced by Spanish traditions.
Circa: First half 20th century
Origin: Rabat, Morocco
Material: Silk embroidery on cotton
Condition: The shading of the yellow is not fading but different batches of colors, Very good
Dimensions: 36" x 26"
Inventory number: TX4315
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