Name/Title
Flowers of silk & gold : four centuries of Ottoman embroideryEntry/Object ID
NK9265.K76Description
The Ottoman Empire spanned seven centuries and preceded modern Turkey, and at its height extended over three continents. Ottoman art, including embroidered textiles, reflects both the abundance and wealth of the Empire. Embroidery was practiced by much of the population and textiles were an integral part of daily life. Produced for both household functions and as garments these textiles took on luxurious appeal through the unique designs created with shimmering silk and glistening metallic embroidery. Presented as embodiments of Ottoman aesthetic, these textiles are a point of departure for an exploration of the rich Ottoman culture that produced them.Context
Catalog of an exhibition at the Textile Museum, Washington D.C., Feb.18-July 30, 2000.Collection
Carol Westfall CollectionLexicon
Search Terms
decoration and ornament--plant forms, embroidery--exhibitions, embroidery--ottoman, embroidery--turkey, flowers in art, gold embroidery--turkeyLegacy Lexicon
Category
Exhibition catalogBook Details
Author
Sumru Belger KrodyPublisher
Merrell, Textile Museum, Washington, D.C.Place Published
City
LondonCountry
England, United KingdomContinent
EuropeDate Published
2000Call No.
NK9265.K76ISBN
1858941059, 9781858941059LCCN
2002281273Notes
Length: 159General Notes
Note Type
ContentsNote
Introduction -- A brief history of the Ottoman Empire -- Makers and methods -- Designs and functions -- Glossary -- Catalog.