Mughal Silk Brocade with Paisleys

06904
Period
Circa 1800
Origin
Gujarat, Northwest India
Materials
Silk
Status
Available
Size
77 cm x 70
2'6" x 2'3"

A finely woven square silk brocade from Gujarat, distinguished by rows of elegantly drawn paisley motifs against a soft, rose red background, the latter colour being obtained from an insect dye such as lac or cochineal. Complete with an original cotton block print backing.

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