Black velvet mat with an embroidered design of paired peacocks and stylised flowers with minimal details. The mat is backed with a beige damask material.
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Acquired in the summer of 1999 in the Qashan Bazaar.
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Acquired in Iran during the TRC/Shell's project on Iranian traditional dress at the turn of the millennium 1997-2000.
Factory woven cloth (damask velvet) embroidery (chain stitch probably done with a hook)