A SQUARE KASHMIRI SHAWL North India, late 19th century
A SQUARE KASHMIRI SHAWL
North India, late 19th century
Twill-tapestry woven in coloured wools with a starburst stemming from a residual black centre extending into elongated butis and elegant palmettes, the areas of intricate design typically appliqued in, the harlequin borders entirely embroidered, the black centre embroidered in yellow silk with the workshop's insignia and codes, 200cm x 202cm.
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A SQUARE KASHMIRI SHAWL
North India, late 19th century
Twill-tapestry woven in coloured wools with a starburst stemming from a residual black centre extending into elongated butis and elegant palmettes, the areas of intricate design typically appliqued in, the harlequin borders entirely embroidered, the black centre embroidered in yellow silk with the workshop's insignia and codes, 200cm x 202cm.
