Fragment
19th century
Medium
Two bands of cotton, plain weave; embroidered with silk flossin back, Bosnian, chained border, double running, hem, and single faggot stitches; joined by buttonhole and singel feather stitches
Dimensions
52.4 × 33.3 cm (20 5/8 × 13 1/8 in.)
Classification
textile
Department
Textiles
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
27278
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...