antique

Some art to refresh the soul!

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A simple little work of textile art getting its time in the morning sun! This little piece was most probably woven by Beshir nomads in Turkmenistan. With a good exchange … Continue reading →

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When I was young I desired a million things but had no money to buy them with. Now when I am old, I have more money but very few things … Continue reading →

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Or is it a stick?  Maybe they are the sons of the weaver!  Interesting motif on an antique Kazak rug. 

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A fabulous 17th C Kalamkari Artwork!

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Owned and bequeathed by Jehangir, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb this amazing Spinel is now in the  Victoria & Albert museum in London. Surprisingly it has been described by the V&A … Continue reading →

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Late 14th–early 15th century printed textile – Gujarat! Met Museum https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/72747 Celebrate Gujarat!! Feb 2018 jaina mishra| wovensouls View more exquisite antique textiles and more on

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One more fabulous piece from Gujarat! At first I thought it was a print … until I read the explanatory note! ️ This textile is from the V & A … Continue reading →

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