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No. 289: Muslins.
Extra Information: Muslins. Very light muslin, "Santipore Dhootee." Colored figured borders, with tussah silk worked therein.
Description
Material: Cotton and silk
Pattern: Plain with Border
Decorative technique: Woven
Main colours: White and Pink
Use: Fabrics general
Type: None
Sample cut from
Original fabric length: 5 Yards 32 Inches
Original fabric width: 1 Yard 9 Inches
Original fabric weight (Ounces): 5
Price: 5s. 6d.
Origin
From: Shantipur, West Bengal, India
City: Shantipur
Area: West Bengal
Country: India
Forbes Watson described this area as: Santipore; Calcutta
