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Wednesday, 11 January 2017 18:17
Embroidered Festive Apron (Russia)
The collection of the British Museum in London includes a woman's apron from Russia, which dates to the period 1895-1910. It measures 85 x 68 cm. For the greater part made of wool, the apron is decorated with embroidery in coloured threads, sequins and metal thread (passing) plaited into narrow ribbons. The narrow top section is made of cotton.
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Daily and general garments and textiles