No. 255: Muslin for dresses.
Extra Information:
Muslin for dresses. "Chikan," embroidered muslin. In diagonal stripes of flowers. Very fine example of embroidery.
Description
Material: Cotton
Pattern: Floral
Decorative technique: Embroidered
Main colours: White
Use: Clothing, Women
Type: Fabric for dress
Sample cut from
Original fabric length: 10 yards
Original fabric width: 34 inches
Original fabric weight (Ounces): 1 lb.
Price: 4l.
Origin
From: Dhaka, Dhaka District, Bangladesh
City: Dhaka
Area: Dhaka District
Country: Bangladesh
Forbes Watson described this area as: Dacca, Bengal