Rectangular light brown twill-woven cotton textile. Constructed from 2 sections which are sewn together lengthways. Embroidered with floral and curvilinear designs. Framed by a floral border between zigzag lines. The embroidery is done in chain stitch in cream, yellow, green and orange. One shorter side has 3 metal hooks attached at the back.
textile (function unknown); textile
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