Coloured line cushions
The artefact
Bright vibrant colours characterise these fine linen cushions with relief decorations crafted by hand according to the semipieno (half bodied) pibiones technique. Stylised floral motifs, peacocks, lilies and small roses are part of the wide range of decorative motifs that are representative of the production of this textile workshop.
Details
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Crafting technique:
"A pibiònes", "a rànu", "a beltighitta", "a soprariccio" weaving techniques
Tools:
Dandy loom