Photograph made by Timothy Crutchett

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The Awning
c. 1890-1910
2.4 x 2.4m
Khedival Khayamiya

This cotton applique on linen Khayamiya panel was made by the Egyptian Tentmakers in Cairo, circa 1890-1910. Marks on the back and weathering consistencies suggest use as a suspended awning.

Size: 4.18 gigapixels (4,187.5 megapixels) – 65676×63760 pixels
Added: 28th of April, 2014
Date taken: 24th of April, 2014
Description: Egyptian Khayamiya – The Awning
Images: 253
Camera: Canon 5DMkIII
Lens: 400mm