Produzione Kutch (Gujarat) Artigianato tradizionale Geometric tribal embroidery - Tapestry - 185 cm - 116 cm - with Shisha Mirror Work
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Tribal geometric embroidery tapestry with Shisha mirror work from Kutch, Gujarat, India, dating to the 1960s–1980s, made in cotton, silk and glass, 185 x 116 cm, in good used condition.
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A tribal textile tapestry embroidered with mirrors – India / Gujarat (Kutch) – 20th century
185 x 116 cm (No. 6)
Large handmade artisanal tapestry, entirely crafted by hand, characterized by a rich geometric decoration with embroidery in deep purple thread, small mirrors applied and traditional motifs typical of the textile art of Gujarat/Kutch, in northwestern India. The composition features an important central cruciform design framed by concentric borders and an outer dentellated band with strong decorative impact.
The work displays refined craftsmanship of mirror work embroidery, a traditional technique widespread in the tribal communities of Kutch, famous for the use of small hand-sewn mirrors and symbolic geometric motifs. The reverse confirms the handmade execution and the age of the artifact.
The tapestry shows normal signs of wear and aging, with some thread losses, discolorations and small defects consistent with long use and storage, as visible in the photographs. These characteristics testify to its authenticity and vintage/ethnographic character.
P.S. This piece is part of a rich collection of tapestries of varying sizes, all hand-embroidered with different colors, patterns and ages. Stay tuned for upcoming publications or contact me if you want further information.
In case of multiple purchases, I offer combined shipping to optimize transport costs.
A tribal textile tapestry embroidered with mirrors – India / Gujarat (Kutch) – 20th century
185 x 116 cm (No. 6)
Large handmade artisanal tapestry, entirely crafted by hand, characterized by a rich geometric decoration with embroidery in deep purple thread, small mirrors applied and traditional motifs typical of the textile art of Gujarat/Kutch, in northwestern India. The composition features an important central cruciform design framed by concentric borders and an outer dentellated band with strong decorative impact.
The work displays refined craftsmanship of mirror work embroidery, a traditional technique widespread in the tribal communities of Kutch, famous for the use of small hand-sewn mirrors and symbolic geometric motifs. The reverse confirms the handmade execution and the age of the artifact.
The tapestry shows normal signs of wear and aging, with some thread losses, discolorations and small defects consistent with long use and storage, as visible in the photographs. These characteristics testify to its authenticity and vintage/ethnographic character.
P.S. This piece is part of a rich collection of tapestries of varying sizes, all hand-embroidered with different colors, patterns and ages. Stay tuned for upcoming publications or contact me if you want further information.
In case of multiple purchases, I offer combined shipping to optimize transport costs.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1 kg
Glass type
Shisha Mirror Work
Specific region of origin
Kutch (Gujarat)
Title additional information
with Shisha Mirror Work
Number of objects
1
Material
Cotton, Glass, Silk
Manufacturer/brand
Produzione Kutch (Gujarat)
Model
Geometric tribal embroidery
Designer/artist/maker
Artigianato tradizionale
Country of origin
India
Height
185 cm
Width
116 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1960-1970, 1970-1980
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