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Cushion Cover, Turkey, 1575/1625. Creator: Unknown
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Cushion Cover, Turkey, 1575/1625. Creator: Unknown
Cushion Cover, Turkey, 1575/1625
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Circle Motif Cotton Cover Cushion Cushion Cover Designs Haberdashery Metallic Thread Motif Motifs Shell Motif Silver Thread Thread Threads Turkey Turkish Velvet
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This exquisite 16th or 17th century Turkish cushion cover, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases the rich and intricate textile traditions of the Ottoman Empire. The cover, made of red velvet with gold and silver thread embroidery, features a captivating design of interconnected circle and shell motifs. The circular motifs are arranged in a repeating pattern, with each circle containing a smaller circle and a shell motif at its center. The golden and silver threads add a lustrous sheen, enhancing the vibrant red color of the velvet fabric. The cushion cover is a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship and artistic skill of the Ottoman artisans. The use of metallic threads, silk, and cotton in the weaving process, as well as the intricate weaving technique, demonstrate the high level of expertise required to create such a beautiful and intricate textile. The cover's design is reminiscent of the decorative arts popular during the Ottoman period, which were influenced by Persian, European, and Middle Eastern styles. The use of gold and silver threads, as well as the circular and shell motifs, are common elements in Ottoman textiles of this era. The cushion cover is an important addition to the Art Institute of Chicago's textile collection, which includes over 14,000 objects representing various cultures and time periods. The cover's heritage value lies not only in its artistic merit but also in its historical significance as a representation of the Ottoman Empire's artistic and cultural achievements during the late sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
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