Tue.–Sun. through Nov. 1, 10 a.m.
Asian Art Museum (200 Larkin St.)
Silk velvets have been preeminent luxury textiles in many parts of the Islamic world and Europe, especially from the 15th century onward and were often used for clothing and furnishings, such as carpets, spreads, bolsters, hangings, and exchanged as diplomatic gifts. This exhibition features 11 selections from a private New York collection. $15, 415-581-3500, asianart.org
