Shawl Item Number: 3448/21 from the MOA: University of British Columbia

Description

Long rectangular black shawl woven from cotton(?) with open-weave fringe on both ends. The front is embroidered in black silk with large flowers, stems, and circular buds.

Item History

What

Name
Shawl
Identification Number
3448/21
Type of Item
shawl
Material
cotton fibre ? or silk fibre ?
Overall
height 202.0 cm, width 65.5 cm

Who

Culture
Otomi
Previous Owner
Denise Jacques
Received from
Denise Jacques (Donor)

Where

Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
Made in
Mexico

When

Ownership Date
before September 16, 2020
Acquisition Date
on September 16, 2020

Other

Item Classes
textiles
Condition
good
Accession Number
3448/0021