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Bed cover
Bed cover
Bed cover
Bed cover
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Bed cover

Object number2003.061.0696
Mediumtextile
DimensionsOverall: 87 in. (221 cm)
DescriptionA long, woven bed cover in off-white and red that is covered with embroidery. The embroidery is all in red threading and is in floral and geometric designs. The goddess pattern, a fertility symbol, is incorporated into the floral designs. Bird and animal designs (protective symbols) are also part of the design, as are a series of letters (LKRPJPJOQEFJNA). The cover's bottom edge and sides are finished with geometric bobbin lace.
On View
On view
Collections
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late 20th century
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