No. 291: Muslins.
Extra Information: Muslins. Very light muslin, "Santipore Dhootee." Colored border, uncommon pattern; one border orange and blue, opposite border crimson and blue.
Description
Material: Cotton
Pattern: Plain with Border
Decorative technique: Woven
Main colours: White, pink, blue
Use: Fabrics general
Type: None
Sample cut from
Original fabric length: 5 Yards 20 Inches
Original fabric width: 1 Yard 10 Inches
Original fabric weight (Ounces): 6
Price: 5s. 6d.
Origin
From: Shantipur, West Bengal, India
City: Shantipur
Area: West Bengal
Country: India
Forbes Watson described this area as: Santipore; Calcutta