Description
A beautiful 19th century Traditional Embroidery of Punjab India shawl, in Used condition, the size is 222 cms by 124 cms, its a very fine quality piece, the condition is great, a very rare piece, one of the finest examples of swat valley embroidery.
Object Name: Shawl
Local Name: chador
Place Made: Asia: South Asia, Punjab India
Period: Mid 19th century
Dimensions: L 222 cm x W 124 cm
Materials: 60 % Cotton; 40 % silk
Techniques: Plain woven; fringed; embroidered
Phulkari, which means flower-work is integral to the history of Punjab. The embroidery is done by women during their free time and the fruits of this leisure activity would be gorgeous dupattas that would be given away to the daughter of the family during her wedding.
The motifs that are a part of this embroidery are a reflection of the life and household of women. Everything that they observe – from the flowers they grow, the vegetables that they eat, to the animals and birds that exist around them – are embroidered on the fabric. As a result of this, the phulkari work done in each household is distinct from the other and has its own unique story to tell.
| Design Period | 1920 to 1949 |
|---|---|
| Production Period | 1920 to 1929 |
| Country of Manufacture | India |
| Style | Indian |
| Detailed Condition |
Excellent This vintage/antique piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight restorations. |
| Product Code | UZN-1451148 |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
good
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| Materials | Cotton, Silk |
| Color | Orange |
| Width |
124 cm 48.8 inch |
| Depth |
1 cm 0.4 inch |
| Height |
222 cm 87.4 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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