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Turkeywork

Scope note

Knotted pile textile woven with symmetrical knots in colored worsted yarns on hemp or linen warp, made in England from the late 16th to mid-18th century. Used especially for table carpets, floor carpets, upholstery, cushions, and, occasionally, hangings.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000227914

Term used for

Turkey work

Created

12yrs ago

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