Red and green silk velvet, cut pile. Swastika repeat border on all sides. Centre of six medallions composed of double "shi" the character for happiness often associated with weddings, surrounded by flowers and foliage.
Given by Mrs. Soame Jenyns, in accordance with the wishes of her late husband, Soame Jenyns
Length: 96 cm
Width: 54 cm
Method of acquisition: Given (1977-03-08) by Jenyns, Soame, Mrs.
19th Century, Early#
Production date:
circa
AD 1800
Accession number: T.81-1977
Primary reference Number: 190452
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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