Bedspread with a cypress-shaped, tree pattern

anonymous, c. 1600 - c. 1799

Chintz is a multicoloured cotton fabric produced in India and decorated by means of a woodblock print, and hand-painted floral and other motifs. Chintz was imported into Europe in the 17th century by the Dutch East India Company, and in large quantities brought to Persia (Iran), Siam (Thailand), Indonesia, China and Japan. The main pattern on this bedspread is an Indian form of the ‘tree of life.’

  • Artwork typebedspread, woven material, cloth
  • Object numberBK-1974-62
  • Dimensionslength 340 cm x width 113 cm

Identification

  • Title(s)

    Bedspread with a cypress-shaped, tree pattern

  • Object type

  • Object number

    BK-1974-62

  • Description

    Sprei van sits: gedrukte en beschilderde katoen, met resten van goud. Dessin: cypresvormige boom. Oosters textiel.

Creation

  • Creation

    anonymous

  • Dating

    c. 1600 - c. 1799

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Material and technique

  • Dimensions

    length 340 cm x width 113 cm

Acquisition and rights

  • Credit line

    Gift of E. Bredius, Bentveld

  • Acquisition

    gift 1974

  • Copyright

    Public domain

Documentation

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