Description
The Duma cushion is made from cotton velvet, a fabric with a dense, short pile that catches the light and gives depth to a plain black ground. Across its face march a scattered troop of embroidered cheetahs, their spotted bodies worked in gold and pale thread so they read clearly against the dark velvet. It measures 43 x 43cm, a standard square that sits comfortably among mixed cushions or holds its own as a single accent. The face and reverse are both velvet, and a slim piped trim runs the full perimeter to define the edge.
This is a cushion for a room with some warmth and richness to it. On a grey or neutral sofa the black ground and gold embroidery lift the whole seat, and it works equally well propped against a headboard or set along a bench in a hallway. It sits happily beside brass, dark wood and deep painted walls, and the animal motif gives it a playful note that keeps it from feeling too formal. Pair it with plainer cushions in cream or ochre and let the cheetahs do the talking.
The cover is finished with a zip closure, so it lifts off easily when the cover needs freshening. Cotton velvet is best treated gently to protect the pile, and the piped trim keeps the edges crisp through use. The embroidery is stitched rather than printed, which gives the cheetahs a raised, tactile quality you notice when you run a hand across the surface. Both faces carry the same velvet, so there is no wrong side to hide. If you like a considered, characterful finish, this is a piece that rewards a second look and settles easily into a living room or bedroom scheme.
Specification
| Material |
100% cotton velvet |
| Design |
Embroidered cheetah motif, black ground |
| Construction |
Velvet face and reverse, piped trim, zip closure |
| Size |
43 x 43cm |
Frequently Asked
Is the cheetah design printed or embroidered?
The cheetahs are embroidered, so the motif is stitched into the velvet and has a raised, textured feel rather than a flat printed surface.
What is the cushion made from?
It is made from 100% cotton velvet, which has a soft, dense pile that gives the fabric its depth and its way of catching the light.
Does the cover come off?
Yes, there is a zip closure along one edge, so the cover lifts off easily when you want to freshen it or store it away.
What size is the cushion?
It measures 43 x 43cm, a standard square that layers well with other cushions or stands alone as a single accent on a sofa or bed.
Is the back the same as the front?
Both the face and the reverse are velvet, with a black piped trim running around the edge, so there is no plain wrong side to keep hidden.