BANJARA SHELL WOOD BEADS TAPESTRY INDIAN WALL HANGING

SKU: Ns2477

A textile for the collectors of unique, unprecedented art! Cowrie shells, Wood beads and Glass beads in thousands! So extensive is this rare craftsmanship, that the package weight of this Wall Hanging is 10.5 lbs!

You are looking at a very vibrant & stunning work of folk craftsmanship, one of the most Ethnic pieces you've probably ever seen. The Banjara style is one of the most prized styles of hand embroidery, never seen in any departmental store in the U.S and limited to collector's sites. What distinguishes this memorable style of embroidery is the fact is the use of Cowrie shells and beads of various materials and sizes.

This gorgeous & exquisite multihue Tapestry has hues of Crimson Red, Black & Ivory with intricate & amazing embellishments comprising cowrie shells, wood & glass beads and sequin work.

Antique patches from tribal textiles & dresses from Rajasthan, India have been put together at random to create this masterpiece which will glitter & illuminate any wall, table or chest.

This spectacular piece of workmanship & skill is an amazing collage of hundreds of intricate antique mirrors, intricate thread work, beads & what not.

The sparkling embellishments will lend a spectacularly ethnic look and add style to your room. Transform your wall with the royal grandeur of Indian culture. This unique elegance will add character and transform your table too if you choose to use this as a runner / table cover.

Go for a dramatic makeover of your couch and this throw in your living room would become a conversational piece of art. You'll have to just stare at this dramatic piece for hours to believe the unbelievable!

A 1" black trimming adds accent & a very strong character to the Tapestry. The back is lined with strong black linen.

A must have in any season for all ethnic savvy ones. This is a rare beauty not to be missed, a genuine collector's item & the result of days of workmanship of this community of absolutely exquisite artisans from the Western part of India.

miss this great deal. Guaranteed you'll love it or your money back!

Additional Product Information

Dimensions: HUGE 58" X 39"

Package Weight: 10.5 lbs - elaborate, unprecedented cowrie shell work

Care: Dry Clean ONLY. Avoid brushing

Note: Some beads, shells or mirrors may be missing - this is not an imperfection. Patches from vintage rural dresses from the states of Rajasthan & Gujarat in India have been used to create the collage. Some antique mirrors may be cracked or broken

About "Banjara" Embroidery

The Banjara (also called Lambanis) embroidery style is specific to the nomad community in the states of Rajasthan & Gujarat in Western India. The stitch used is petite-point & extremely tiny cross-stitch & running stitch is used. Every single inch of the cloth is covered in this very fine embroidery of vibrant colors. Mirrors, wood beads and Cowrie Shell Tassels are added to produce an exuberant effect.

Hanging a Tapestry

- In general, tapestries look best when hung 4"-6" away from the wall.

- Best when matching hanging rod, finials & drapery rings with clips are used.

- Ideal viewing distance is 8'-12'. This allows best appreciation of the color, mirror work, bead work & embroidered patterns.

- Any creases in the tapestry can be removed by careful pressing in non-steam mode on the reverse side.