Cover with Unicorns

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16th century · Cotton and bast fibers · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Unicorns join wyverns, centaurs, and stags on this striped cloth, typical of the work of weavers in Perugia. Such cloths with characteristic blue bands were used in both homes and churches. Attractive and utilitarian, these "Perugian cloths" so clearly met a wide demand that the industry remained vibrant for several centuries.

Artist

Unknown

Date

16th century

Medium

Cotton and bast fibers

Culture

Italian, Perugia

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Gift of Mrs. Edward S. Harkness, 1917