Tabby Weave Collection

Sari, mid 1900s, before 1957. Creator: Unknown
Sari, mid 1900s, before 1957

Tapis (Garment), 1800s. Creator: Unknown
Tapis (Garment), 1800s. " Tapis" from central and southern Sumatra combine warp ikat with embroidery. The angular

Segmentum from a Tunic, 600s - 700s. Creator: Unknown
Segmentum from a Tunic, 600s - 700s

Shoulder Cloth, 1800s. Creator: Unknown
Shoulder Cloth, 1800s

Patolu, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Patolu, 19th century

Robe, early 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Robe, early 19th century

Mola, no date given. Creator: Unknown
Mola, no date given

Chasuble, c. 1720s. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble, c. 1720s. The elegant formal design of blossoms and leaves in this woven silk is especially suitable for chasubles, liturgical vestments worn over albs with lace flounces and cuffs

Silk Fragment 13th century Spain Mudejar Tabby weave
Silk Fragment, 13th century. Spain, Mudejar, 13th century. Tabby weave: silk; overall: 26.3 x 9.5 cm (10 3/8 x 3 3/4 in.)

Fragment Tunic 400s Egypt 5th century Byzantine period
Fragment of a Tunic, 400s. Egypt, 5th century, Byzantine period. Tabby weave with inwoven tapestry ornament: linen; overall: 49.5 x 89 cm (19 1/2 x 35 1/16 in.)

Fragment Clavus late 700s - early 800s Egypt
Fragment of a Clavus, late 700s - early 800s. Egypt, Abbasid period, late 8th - early 9th centuries. Embroidery on tabby weave: silk and linen; overall: 8.5 x 6.6 cm (3 3/8 x 2 5/8 in.)

Silk Fragment 1350-1399 Iran Iraq mid 2nd half
Silk Fragment, 1350-1399. Iran or Iraq, mid or 2nd half of 14th century. Tabby weave with supplementary weft; silk; overall: 11.5 x 16 cm (4 1/2 x 6 5/16 in.)

Fragment Double Cloth 1100-1400 Peru Central Coast
Fragment of a Double Cloth, c. 1100-1400. Peru, Central Coast, Chancay, 12th-15th century. Tabby weave, double cloth; cotton; average: 30.5 x 23.5 cm (12 x 9 1/4 in.)

Loin Cloth Pha nung or Cloth for Wrapped Garment, late 1800s - early 1900s
Loin Cloth " Pha nung" or Cloth for Wrapped Garment, late 1800s - early 1900s. Indian craftsmen developed great skill in resist dyeing using both mordants (chemicals that fix dyes)

Loin Cloth Pha nung Cloth Wrapped Garment late 1800s - early 1900s
Loin Cloth " Pha nung" or Cloth for Wrapped Garment, late 1800s - early 1900s. India, East Coast, late 19th - early 20th century

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"Tabby Weave: Unraveling the Threads of Time and Culture" Step into the world of tabby weave, a textile technique that has transcended centuries and continents. From the vibrant saris of mid-1900s India to the intricate robes of 19th-century Patolu weavers, this ancient art form continues to captivate with its rich history and unknown creators. Delve back in time to the 1800s, where tapis garments adorned individuals with their elegant simplicity. The skillful hands behind these creations remain shrouded in mystery, just like those who wove shoulder cloths during the same era. Travel even further back to the 600s - 700s, when an anonymous artisan crafted a mesmerizing segmentum from a tunic. This delicate piece showcases how tabby weave was embraced by different cultures throughout history. Witness how creativity knows no bounds as you explore various regions and eras. In Spain's Mudejar period of the 13th century, silk fragments reveal intricate patterns woven using tabby techniques. Meanwhile, Egypt's Byzantine period in the 5th century gifted us with fragment tunics that showcase both beauty and craftsmanship. Marvel at chasubles from c. 1720s whose origins are lost in time but continue to inspire awe with their exquisite designs. And let your imagination run wild as you envision individuals donning wearing cloths from the 1800s or wrapping themselves in loin cloth pha nung during late 1800s - early 1900s. The true allure lies not only within these remarkable textiles but also within their mysterious creators – nameless artisans who poured their heart and soul into each thread they wove. Their legacy lives on through these surviving pieces that offer glimpses into forgotten worlds. So next time you encounter tabby weave, remember its humble beginnings rooted in unknown hands across diverse cultures spanning centuries.