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Apron
Apron
Apron
Museum of International Folk Art
DepartmentTextiles-Europe

Apron

NameApron
Place madeNorthern Albania, Albania, Southern Europe, Europe
MediumWool, cotton, metallic thread
DimensionsOverall: 20 1/4 x 17 11/16 in. (51.5 x 45 cm)
Credit LineGift of Patricia and Jerry Williams
Object numberA.2010.30.15
DescriptionSmall, rectangular, vertical apron of silver and gold metallic thread with a central, undulating, elongated circular form enclosing 4 spiraling dots, with three more dots flanking. Central elements bordered by a gold frame. From all edges of the apron and for a short distance out along the woven band at the top which forms the ties, is sewn thick, twisted red fringe.
Skutinche
19th century
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