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Cushion Cover
17th century Ottoman
velvets often had bold patterns, such as that in this cushion cover. Ivory,
maroon and metallic threads were frequently components of such designs;
the remnants of metallic threads are still visible within the carnation
motifs in the four corners of the field. Floral motifs were common in
Ottoman art, as seen in the rich, stylized patterns here.The carnation
motif appears again in the lappets at either end of the cushion cover.
Tulips form a ring within the center medallion and large artichokes ornament
its top and bottom.
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