19th Century Hand-Embroidered Kashmiri Pieced Shawl in Burgundy, Black, Brown

An exceptional and rare example of 19th-century textile artistry, this handcrafted Kashmiri Pieced Shawl showcases intricate hand embroidery and meticulous hand stitching in a striking palette of brick red, black, yellow, and ivory. Unlike mass-produced counterparts, this shawl is composed of antique textile fragments—carefully pieced together to form a harmonious and visually captivating design. Known for their extraordinary craftsmanship, Kashmiri shawls gained widespread popularity during the 1800s, particularly after Queen Victoria embraced them as a symbol of refined style. This tradition later inspired the famous Paisley shawls, produced in Scotland, which borrowed heavily from the motifs and techniques of the original Kashmiri designs. Today, this museum-worthy textile is not only a stunning fashion statement but also serves beautifully as wall art, or as a unique decorative accent for tables or beds. A true collector's item, this shawl is a testament to the rich cultural heritage and artistry of 19th-century Kashmir. Dimensions: 68” x 68” Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of the 1800s Place of Origin: India Material: Wool, cotton, silk with organic dyes Condition: Excellent The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 2013 Historic paisley shawl, Collectible Indian textile, Victorian Kashmiri embroidery, Indian hand-stitched shawl, Hand-embroidered pieced textile, 19th century Kashmiri shawl, Kashmiri Pieced Shawl, 19th Century Pieced Shawls, Antique Paisley Shawl, Vintage Handwoven Tapestries, Vintage Paisley Shawls...

An exquisite 19th-century hand-woven Paisley shawl from Northwest India, featuring an elegant color palette of brick red, ivory, black, and green. This historic textile showcases a finely detailed paisley border, with larger stylized boteh (paisley) motifs at each end. The central field is rendered in a contrasting solid black, creating a striking visual balance and framing the intricate design. Originating from Kashmir, these shawls—sometimes called “Paisley” or “Piano” shawls—became highly fashionable in Europe during the Victorian era, especially after Queen Victoria popularized them. The design and craftsmanship of these Indian shawls later inspired the iconic production of similar pieces in Paisley, Scotland, throughout the 19th century. This richly woven textile can be elegantly draped over a table or bed or displayed as a piece of wall art, making it an ideal statement in classic, bohemian, or globally inspired interiors. A rare and collectible piece of textile history that combines cultural heritage with timeless style. Dimensions: 62” x 64” Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s Place of Origin: India Material: Wool, cotton with organic dyes Condition: Good, few small holes The Persian Knot, SKU 2227 19th century Paisley shawl, antique Kashmiri shawl, vintage piano shawl, hand-woven Indian textile, Victorian Paisley shawl, brick red paisley shawl, Kashmir shawl black center, Indian paisley textile, historic Indian shawl, collectible Paisley shawl, antique textile wall art, paisley table throw, bed display shawl, Victorian fashion accessory, NW India shawl, hand-loomed paisley shawl, Indian boteh shawl, Queen Victoria shawl style, Scottish Paisley inspired, heirloom Indian textile, Paisley Shawl, Vintage Paisley Shawl...

Red Indian Kashmir Shawl, Late 19th Century A Classic hand-embroidered and finely ornamented Indian wearing shawl in the European taste. Additional Information Dimensions: 6'10" W...

This is a rather large piece with rather good condition. It is pure wool from the mid 19th C. Kashmir, India.