ABEGG-STIFTUNG

			2011 Reopening with a New Permanent Exhibition 18 September – 13 November 2011 Open daily from 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.

			Silk damask with embroidered ducks Central Asia, 7^th–8^th century A.D. Textiles from the regions along the Silk Road play an important role in the newly furnished permanent exhibition. This red silk was woven in China and embroidered in Central Asia with stylised duck motifs that may be traced back to Persian prototypes, thus documenting the exchange of goods and motifs between east and west.
			Velvet with pomegranate pattern Italy, 15^th century Among the most luxurious silk weavings in the new permanent exhibition of the Abegg-Stiftung is this blue velvet with a pomegranate pattern brocaded in gold threads.
			Personification of spring Egypt, 3^rd–4^th century A.D. With its delicate colour transitions and shading this tapestry weaving appears almost painterly. Originally it was probably part of a larger hanging with images of the four seasons.
			Hanging with winged horses (detail) Egypt, 4^th–6^th century The colourful hanging with winged horses in medallions reflects the rich textile production in ancient times. It has been preserved due to the dry desert climate.
			Silk weaving with dogs, griffons and blossoms Central Asia, 13^th century This colourful silk is one of numerous textiles that are for the first time on display in the new permanent exhibition.
			Woollen child's shirt Eastern Central Asia, 4^th–2^nd century B.C. This almost 2000 years old child's shirt is one of the highlights in the new exhibition. Together with further rare textiles it transports the visitor to past and distant worlds.
			Silk banyan with matching cap Italy, 1720–1730 This luxurious garment was worn by a gentleman at home over shirt and trousers. It is on view for the first time.