Explore the CollectionWall Hanging

Measurements
45cm x 120cm
Place of Origin
India
Historical Period/Date
20th Century
Registration Number
2021-011
Donated/Purchased
Donated
Techniques
Flat Quilting,Kantha Embroidery,Running Stitch,
Objects
Kanthas,Wall Hangings,

Physical Description

Cream silk wall hanging with a cream cotton backing. Deep red, green and beige silk thread. Design is a tree of life worked in a very fine Kantha embroidery. Animals depicted include elephant, tiger, peacock, butterflies, birds, bees, snake, fish, turtles and dragonfly. Stylised flowers and leaves are also depicted. Geometric border.

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