Bought by the South Kensington Museum in 1864 as : "Coverlet or table cover, white linen ground embroidered with pattern of flowers, &c. Indian: formerly the property of Tippoo Sahib & taken at Seringapatam. Received from Stores 15 July 1864. Received from Mrs Williamson. Price £30.00." According to V&A Registry, 6/2/08, there is no nominal file for Mrs Williamson and there are no further acquisition details.