Full Record |
| Collection |
The Textiles Collection: University for the Creative Arts at Farnham |
| Date |
20th C |
| Artefact/Item |
Textile |
| Function |
Pha Chet - literally towel, but used as ceremonial shoulder cloth |
| General Description |
Maroon and black border pattern, mirrored each end of plain natural white centre, comprising horizontal bands of animal and geometric patterns including elephants, horses, people and flowers |
| Cultural Context |
Thailand |
| Id Number Current Accession |
2395 |
| Subject |
Pha Chet |
| Measurements Dimensions |
107 x 30 centimetres |
| Material |
Cotton |
| Visual Information |
Figurative |
| Current Ownership |
University College for the Creative Arts at Farnham |
| Rights |
Managed by The Textiles Collection at the University for the Creative Arts at Farnham. |
| Source |
Bought from the Boathouse Gallery £25 |
| Technique |
Hand woven |
| Weave |
Plain weave derivative centre |
