Heavy handwork pure silk nakshi kantha embroidery dupatta/shawl with
- dancing village ladies (tribal dance) - 2 pairs
- drummer
- trees
- flying birds
- female serving food to a rahageer (passerby)
- huts
Rainbow colored huts add brightness to this heirloom piece.
The running kantha stitch (nakshi) in between motifs (in blank spaces) adds to the beauty of this drape.
This hand embroidery was completed by single artisan in about 6 weeks time. The intricacy of hut roofs is worth appreciating.
Color : Offwhite base with embroidery in rainbow colors
Fabric : Tussar Silk
Size : 2.45mts x 36"
Slight color variation is possible owing to limitations of digital medium.