Outstanding wedding shawl that is made for the bride over several years in the same manner as phulkaris.
From the Sindh region.
Superb glossy silk embroidery on fine base
Red Base Cloth with flowers in white silk with black accents
Has several repair patches on the back. Will do well with a backing.
The red base creates a stunning effect.
Estimated to be from the 1940s
Size: 190 x 130cm
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This item has spent a lifetime being used for the purpose of its creation with the original artist/user. Signs of this life lived heartily may be present on the piece in the form of stains, thread loss, loose threads, holes, tears, color run and other imperfections. Therefore the condition must be assumed to be “not” perfect. More photos of such imperfections will be provided on request.
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