Muharram Termeh Shawl Fragment - 2'9 x 3'5

This termeh is a fragment a shawl handmade in Kerman during the 19th century. It features a rainbow of stripes in red, pink, blue, red, orange, yellow, green, purple, ivory and black. The stripes are filled with leaves or botehs in contrasting tones. This is a fragment from a larger shawl that was most likely made and used to commemorate Muharram. In Fair condition, loose ends and some holes (as pictured) Size: 2'9 x 3'5 [84cm x 104cm] Age: 19th Century  Type of Textile: Muharram Termeh Shawl Fragment Material: Wool  Pile Height: N/A  Condition: Fair; loose ends and some holes    TX469