Bursa Silk Shawl
The Bursa Silk Shawl is a fringed shoulder wrap woven with fine silk thread.
The Bursa Silk Shawl is a fringed shoulder wrap woven with fine silk thread. Its ground is ivory, and its border stripes are burgundy and gold
Object details
- Inventory no.: OKM-2017-0554
- Period / date: Ottoman – 19. yüzyıl
- Material: Textile
- Place: Bursa
- Dimensions: 170 × 66 cm
- Gallery: Gallery 3 – Thread and Pattern
The story of the object
Because the shawl is woven with silk spun from local cocoons, it looks light and lustrous. A 'flowered' weaving technique is used on its borders. According to the donor family, the shawl was kept as part of the bridal outfit through three generations.
Acquisition and display status
Donated by a Bursa family in 2017. The work is currently on display. An audio-guide commentary is available; you can pick up an audio guide at the desk.
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Did you know
- The family preserved it for three generations
- Woven from local cocoon silk
Technical details
| Inventory | OKM-2017-0554 |
|---|---|
| Material | Textile |
| Gallery | Gallery 3 – Thread and Pattern |
| Status | On display |
