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Vintage Handmade Gujarati Tribal Saree Mirror Patchwork & Textiles Tapestry

About the Item

India's classical vintage Saree mirror work, historically from the Gujarati region, production started by using organic mica that looked like mirrors accented with embroidery. A patchwork of brightly colored vintage pieces, with hand embroidered Saree borders, pieced together with years of history and heritage in a one of a kind tapestry. Cotton canvas backing, highly embellished with silver thread embroidery, beads and mirror work.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 98 in (248.92 cm)Width: 79 in (200.66 cm)Depth: 0.13 in (3.31 mm)
  • Style:
    Anglo-Indian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Embroidered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Asheville, NC
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU889920880652

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