Mexican Serape

Description:
warp 19/inch -- cotton, weft 74/inch - wool. Made in two pieces. Head opening in center has been sewed up and the rest of center seam crocheted together. Center lozenge of deep, rich brown with inner lozenges of dark blue, light blue and white. A sprinkling of white dots. Narrow border of dark brown sprinkled with white dots. General field is white with brown and blue dots. Linen warp. Tapestry weave, soft and not too tight.
Additional Information: textile
Category Other - Textiles
Reference Number 00295
Maker/Artist Mexico
Materials Wool; cotton
Measurements 92 x 51 in
Time Period Early 19th Century



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