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The Abegg-Stiftung holds one of the world?s most important textile collections, and is a centre for the research and conservation of historic textiles.
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The permanent exhibition shows late antique hangings from Egypt, silks and woollen tapestry weavings from regions along the Silk Roads, as well as medieval and later fabrics from Europe and the Islamic world. This wealth of textile masterpieces is further enriched by numerous treasures of applied art from classical antiquity to the early nineteenth century.
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This special exhibition shows textiles with gold and silver thread that have long been admired for their beauty and sophistication. From ancient times until the eighteenth century, from China to Europe, they have always been the most precious textile artworks of their age. Their shimmer and sheen and diversity of technique still fascinate us today.
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