Light green textile embroidered with flowers and plants

Item

Identifier

2023.024.02

Title

Light green textile embroidered with flowers and plants

Date

early 20th century

Creator

Unknown

Description

Probably from Ralph L. Watts (1869-1949), Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences (1912-1939). He was a member of the American Board of Trustees for Lingnan University in Canton, China. He also served on the Penn State-in-China committee.

Measurements

Two pieces identical pieces. Each: 30-1/4 x 3-1/4 in. (77.5 x 8.5 cm)

Medium

Silk?

Subject

textiles; flower; flowers; plant; plants; embroidery

Source

Transfer from the Matson Museum of Anthropology

Copyright statement

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