Burgundy velvet pillowcase

Mongolian Collection

Accession Nr.: 65.115.1
Type: textile; object for daily use
Date of production:
1960s
Place of production:
Materials: velvet
Dimensions: height: 44 cm
width: 43 cm
Square velvet pillowcase, on a burgundy base with gold and silver metallic thread embroidery, with blue and dark green appliquéd velvet decorative elements. In the middle of the pillow, there is a geometric decorative motif in a circular shape, with tendrils and floral patterns in a gilded frame on the edges. Light burgundy silk lining on the back.