DepartmentTextiles-Africa
Table runner of Bombyx silkworm cocoons
NameTable runner of unspun silk cocoons
CultureMalagasy
Datec. 2021
Place madeMalagasy, Madagascar, Africa
MediumBombyx silkworm cocoons, thread
Dimensions70 1/2H x 12 1/2W in
Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, MNM Collection, Purchased from the 2021 International Folk Art Market with funds from JoAnn and Bob Balzer, A.2022.12.2
Object numberA.2022.12.2
ProvenancePurchased from the artist/maker collective during the 2021 International Folk Art Market (Milner Plaza, Santa Fe, NM)
Descriptionlong table runner that has a circular texture over all, and is white overall
Late 19th century
