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Double cloth. Finely woven with elaborate geometric pattern based on squares with triple border. Predominantly blue on top and white on underside. Ends rolled and hemmed, selvage at sides; seam down centre. Colours: dark indigo blue and madder pink wools natural white cotton. All three colours used in warp and weft direction. When white is used as weft, two yarns are used as one pick.
Collection Area
Social & Cultural History
Item Number
66.113.1
Historical Associations
Association Type:
Creation/Production
unknown
Acquisition
Donation
Measurements
Height
(mm): 180
Width
(mm): 600
Depth
(mm): 550
Height
(mm): 2130
Width
(mm): 1800
Material
wool (fabric)
cotton (fabric)
Location
St Fagans Gweithdy gallery : Weaving
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