Textile Textiles

A Kalamkari Temple Painting from South India depicting a Hindu story, circa 1900-1920. This hand-drawn, all-natural hand-dyed textile was a traditional artwork of the temple town of ...

This exquisite Malaysian textile, measuring an impressive 109 x 579 cm, is a remarkable example of traditional Southeast Asian craftsmanship. The piece showcases the rich cultural heritage and intricate artistry that has been passed down through generations in Malaysia. The textile is adorned with a densely packed scene featuring a variety of figures, animals, and symbolic motifs. The imagery includes horses, birds, and human figures, all depicted in a highly stylized manner with bold, vibrant colors. The figures are arranged in a way that suggests movement and interaction, bringing the textile to life. The piece is also characterized by its elongated form, which suggests it was likely created for ceremonial purposes or as a significant decorative element in a traditional setting. The fabric is densely patterned, with an interesting design that covers the entire length of the piece. The intricate motifs, which appear to be floral or geometric in nature, are woven with a level of detail that speaks to the high skill of the artisan. The color palette of the textile is dominated by warm, earthy tones—predominantly gold and rich reds—giving it a regal and timeless appearance. The upper section of the textile features a denser, more intricate patterning, which gradually transitions into a slightly more open design as you move down the length of the piece. This gradient in design adds depth and visual interest, making the textile not only a functional item but also a work of art. This textile is crafted using traditional weaving technique, which are common in Southeast Asian textile...

Greet Weitenberg’s *MASK II* (2023) is a 230 x 145 x 15 cm textile artwork crafted with tufting, passementerie, buttons, and layered textiles. This vibrant piece features an abstract...

Probably one of the most beautiful batik textile designs from Indonesia, the wraparound skirt also known as Kain Panjang was an iconic design from Cirebon, North Coast of Java. The Cloud design...

1950’s Handmade Yellow & Brown Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets of...

1950’s Handmade Yellow & Brown Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets of...

1950’s Handmade Yellow & Brown Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets of...

1950’s Handwoven Striped Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets often of...

1950’s Handmade Square Patterned Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets ...

1950’s Handmade Purple & Blue Floral Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blank...

1950’s Handmade Multi-Coloured Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets of...

1950’s Handmade Maroon & Yellow Rose Patterned Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a numbe...

1950’s Handmade Light Green Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets often...

1950’s Handmade Green & Yellow Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets of...

1950’s Handmade Green & Purple Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets of...

1950’s Handmade Green & Brown Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets oft...

1950’s Handmade Golden & Brown Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets of...

1950’s Handmade Dark Patterned Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets of...

1950’s Handwoven Colourful Original Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blanke...

1950’s Handmade Colourful Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets often o...

1950’s Handmade Blue & Purple Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets oft...

1950’s Handmade Blue & Faded Pink Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets...

1950’s Handmade Blue & Black Folk Hungarian Wool Bedspread. We have been collecting these for some time, they are hard to find and very beautiful. We have a number of blankets ofte...

Probably one of the most beautiful batik textile designs from Indonesia, the wraparound skirt also known as Kain Panjang was an iconic design from Cirebon, North Coast of Java. The Cloud design...

A hand-loomed textile of incorporating a colorful array of tufted wool and variegated fabric elements.

1950's Handwoven Hungarian Folk Hanging. Heavy weight original folk blanket, cotton base with wool hand applique, used as a decorative wall hanging. Workshop Report: Our workshop ...

An oversized and impressive cape worn during ceremonial dancing by Miao people (also known as Hmong in English) from Guizhou Province, China circa 1940s-1950s in a rarely intact and well-preserved condition. Miao people are diverse minority groups living in Southern China as well as Southeast Asia with complex sub-affiliations based on attires, languages, cultural customs and art tradition. They are renowned for their textile and silver craftsmanship as well as singing and dancing traditions. This cape, rather heavy in construction and striking in bold red and black, was made from wool, hemp and cotton. The surface showcases elongated diamond patterns in complementary woven wool and couched plaque on top of the cotton part. The pattern strikes the viewer with a strong sense of dignity and power. The heavy material and pattern are strangely akin to some of the Navajo weaving. The cape is in a form a jacket with long and wide sleeves, and it was meant to be used in ceremonial occasions. Our research reveals that the piece was from the Northwest Guizhou in an autonomous county called Weining. The area is of subtropical highland and the generally cold weather was reflected in the heavy materials used in this piece, in comparison with other textiles made in the warmer lowland. There is an older paper label with price tag in Chinese inside the cape. It was purchased in Guizhou decades ago by a US collection in MA. With a span of over 94 inches long, it makes a very impressive textile art piece for wall hanging. Not framed and easily shipping folded up. For a similar jacket from Weining, see "Miao Textile...

This is an antique Uzbekistan embroidery textile woven during the second quarter of the 20th century circa 1920-1950s and measures 194x 60CM in size. ...

Greet Weitenberg’s *MASK IV* (2023) is a 350 x 145 x 15 cm textile artwork created using tufting, passementerie, buttons, and layered textiles. This striking piece features a bold, m...