Tapestry - 70 cm - 116 cm - Rajasthan/Gujarat
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Handmade cotton wall tapestry from northwestern India (Rajasthan/Gujarat), dating to 1960–1970, composed of patchworked panels with gold and silver metallic embroidery and mirror accents, measuring 70 × 116 cm.
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Splendid hand-made wall tapestry from India, probably from Rajasthan or Gujarat, dating to the 1970s–1980s.
The work is composed of numerous patchwork panels sewn together, each richly hand-embroidered with gold and silver metallic threads ( zari/zardozi technique). Each square features unique geometric and floral motifs, enriched with small applied mirrors (shisha embroidery) that create a luminous effect characteristic of textile craftsmanship in northwestern India.
The side edge is finished with a fine metallic fringe woven in gold and black. On the lower side there are visible small tassels and colored-thread loops, typical of the region’s tribal craftsmanship. The back is lined with dark blue fabric with visible orange stitching — workmanship that confirms the piece’s authenticity and artisanal origin.
The tapestry comes with a wooden rod sewn into the upper edge, ready to be hung directly on the wall.
Dimensions: 70 × 116 cm
Materials: cotton, gold and silver metallic threads, glass mirrors, metallic fringes, wooden rod
Condition: good, appropriate for age and use. Some loose threads and dulled mirrors, typical of vintage wear. Small stains on the back.
Origin: Northwestern India (Rajasthan / Gujarat), tribal craftsmanship, 1970s–1980s
Splendid hand-made wall tapestry from India, probably from Rajasthan or Gujarat, dating to the 1970s–1980s.
The work is composed of numerous patchwork panels sewn together, each richly hand-embroidered with gold and silver metallic threads ( zari/zardozi technique). Each square features unique geometric and floral motifs, enriched with small applied mirrors (shisha embroidery) that create a luminous effect characteristic of textile craftsmanship in northwestern India.
The side edge is finished with a fine metallic fringe woven in gold and black. On the lower side there are visible small tassels and colored-thread loops, typical of the region’s tribal craftsmanship. The back is lined with dark blue fabric with visible orange stitching — workmanship that confirms the piece’s authenticity and artisanal origin.
The tapestry comes with a wooden rod sewn into the upper edge, ready to be hung directly on the wall.
Dimensions: 70 × 116 cm
Materials: cotton, gold and silver metallic threads, glass mirrors, metallic fringes, wooden rod
Condition: good, appropriate for age and use. Some loose threads and dulled mirrors, typical of vintage wear. Small stains on the back.
Origin: Northwestern India (Rajasthan / Gujarat), tribal craftsmanship, 1970s–1980s
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Rajasthan/Gujarat
Number of objects
1
Material
Cotton
Country of origin
India
Height
70 cm
Width
116 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1960-1970
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