Details
- Dimensions
- 39ʺW × 0.01ʺD × 34ʺH
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Cotton
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Off-white
- Condition Notes
- We at Fusion Furnishing brings you a large collection of vintage wall hangings. These all are dated to mid twentieth … moreWe at Fusion Furnishing brings you a large collection of vintage wall hangings. These all are dated to mid twentieth century Therefore there might be slight imperfections • Missing & Cracking mirrors. • Some marks & Blemishes. • Thread might be pull apart. These are not damages but adds to the story of the piece. less less less
- Description
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Torana; Toranam (Tamil) also known as “ Bandanwal “ refer to “a decorative door hanging”.
Embroidered, with pearl, beads, mirrors, … more Torana; Toranam (Tamil) also known as “ Bandanwal “ refer to “a decorative door hanging”.
Embroidered, with pearl, beads, mirrors, with motifs of flowers, birds and animals and in some of them Indian Gods and Goddess.
Where to Hang:
Torans are usually hanged into the arch ways of doors and at the entrance of homes. It gives the festive mood an enhancement and also adds on to the décor of the house. Hanging a toran at the door is considered as an auspicious sign. Could be tied over a door as “ Dvara- torana” or hanged on a wall as “Bhitti Torans”
This piece would look beautiful as a wall hanging in any setting and would add a dash of color to on alcove, bookcase, window or doorway. It would also make a vibrant addition above a double bed or any sofa or chair.
Significance:
Bandhanwar or Toran is an ornamental door hanging crafted by the tribal craftsmen of India and are used as an embellishment to the entrance of the house.
The Key motive behind accessorizing homes with torans is to appease “Lakshmi the Goddess of Wealth.” less
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