



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 that it covers every inch of fabric with exuberant colors of rural western India.
This gorgeous & exquisite pair of Pillows has a pale Golden Rod and Lemon Yellow base. Every inch of the fabric is adorned with the intricate & heavy "Banjara" hand embroidery in black thread with glittering antique mirror work.
Antique patches from textiles & dresses from western India have been put together at random to create this masterpiece which will glitter & illuminate any couch. 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 room with the royal grandeur of Indian culture. This unique elegance will add character and transform your wall too if you choose to use this as a tapestry. You'll have to just stare at this dramatic pair for hours to believe the unbelievable!
A 0.5" Black trim adds accent & a very strong character to the covers. The back is lined with similar 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.
Don't miss this great deal. Guaranteed you'll love it or your money back!
Additional Product Information
Dimensions: 16" X 16" each
Package Weight: 1.5 lbs
Care: Dry Clean ONLY. Avoid brushing
Note: Some beads 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 this pair. Some antique mirrors may be cracked or broken. Inserts or Pillows NOT included.
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.
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