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Mirrored Tunic

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Title

Mirrored Tunic

Object

tunic-style top

Native Name

kamis

Culture

Baluchi

Brief Description

This is a tunic/top that has two set decoration patterns. On the front, there are small mirrors in multiple sizes incorporated into the embroidered design. On the back, the design focuses on zigzag and diamond patterns. There’s a specific embroidered pattern in the lower back of the tunic that helps identify it.

Material

fiber(silk, cotton) glass(mirror) metal

Construction

This tunic is hand sewn together from multiple separately decorated panels. There are two long braided fiber strands at the back of the neck for a closure method.

Condition

This tunic is in good condition, although there are signs of wear such as unraveled threads, discoloration of fabrics, and a few missing mirrors within the design on the front of the tunic.

Source

Seref Ozen, Lauren Ammons

Collector

Dee Birnbaum

Accession Number

DB--0087

Type

Textile

Country

Afghanistan/Pakistan

Continent

Central Asia