Persian 18th century costume fabric

18 1/2” x 24”

Heavily embroidered pieces such as this were used in the 18th and early 19th centuries for clothing, most commonly for women’s trousers. Here’s a link to information on related pieces in institutional collections. https://trc-leiden.nl/trc-needles/regional-traditions/iranian-plateau/naqsh-embroidery-iran

Though a fragment, this piece is a particularly fine example, and what’s there is in very good condition.