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Ca. 1920 Betel Nut Offering Cloth 'Kantha' from West Bangal, India

About the Item

A symbolic betel nut offering cloth. Decorated with service plates, cutting implements and betel nut leaves. Kantha West Bangal, India, Circa 1920 Repurposed cotton, threads Measures: 65 in x 16 in.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 65 in (165.1 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: VS-052521-21stDibs: LU1778223915852
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