Coif (Met Assignment)

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The image is of a textile called Coif that was made in England, in the early 17th century. I think this textile is prominent because it really shows workmanship and attention to minute detail in a way that shows a great deal of advanced knowledge in arts and textiles at that time. This coif is a good reminder of the international trade that was happening all over the world, because the coif was worn as a headdress in India. So the coif would be made in England and then sent to India, so this also expresses the sharing and mixing of culture and ideas through international trade.