Wall Hanging

29-96-128

From: Morocco

Curatorial Section: African

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Object Number 29-96-128
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Islamic
Provenience Morocco
Section African
Materials Velvet | Damask | Cotton
Technique Appliqued
Description

A wall hanging, known as a haiti, consisting of a long strip of red and green velvet with gold embroidery and designs in pink, yellow, and green satin damask. The backing is made of striped cotton material. There are patches on both sides.

Length 239 cm
Width 157 cm
Credit Line Bequest of Maxwell Sommerville, 1904

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