Short top with long green sleeves, partially lined interior with brown fabric. The chest and cuffs are heavily decorated with applique, embroidery, Government of Pakistan coins (some pounded), semi-translucent white buttons, metal decorations, and beading. Four red and yellow beaded tassels hang in front - two at centre, two on the jacket's left. Small rectangular piece of blue and floral fabric is inside the garment at centre. The back is a solid burgundy.

• History Of Use

  Probably meant to have a skirt attached (like 3295/13), to make it a dress. Purchased by the donors from a shop in Jerusalem's old city, but told it was of Afghan or Rabari origin.

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• Type of Item blouse
• Culture Afghan
• Material silk fibre, metal, glass
• Measurements height 48.0 cm, width 138.0 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner Barbara Heller, Michael Karton
• Received from Barbara Heller, Michael Karton

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• Made in Afghanistan

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• Collection Date during 2015
• Ownership Date before April 11, 2018
• Acquisition Date on April 11, 2018

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• Item Classes textiles
• Condition fair
• Accession Number 3295/0011