Details
- Dimensions
- 56ʺW × 0.12ʺD × 26ʺH
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Mirror
- Textile
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Mustard
- Condition Notes
- Good vintage condition. Item is visibly faded, distressed, typical of age and consistent with most of the Indian wall hangings … moreGood vintage condition. Item is visibly faded, distressed, typical of age and consistent with most of the Indian wall hangings in our collection, which distinguishes them from newer, mass-produced textiles made for the tourist and import markets. Most items show some discoloration, wear, missing patches of embroidery or mirrors, and faint water stains in some cases. less
- Description
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This embroidered vintage Banjara toran banner from India features rectangular flags or tabs trimmed in tassels and a bright, repeating …
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This embroidered vintage Banjara toran banner from India features rectangular flags or tabs trimmed in tassels and a bright, repeating pattern of mirrors and embroidery typical of the semi-nomadic Banjara tribes. Colors include mustard yellow, navy blue, plum, magenta, mint green, and raspberry. The backside is fully lined and includes a signature. Three loops for easy hanging are attached to the top border.
"The Banjara - an ethnic group composed of semi-nomadic tribes found throughout the Indian subcontinent - are renowned for their highly colorful textiles. Embellished with mirrors, shells, and intricate embroidery. Banjara work displays a surprisingly modern aesthetic. Created to showcase embroidery skill, protect the owner from harm, and channel auspicious powers, the Banjara technique is unique in India and a celebration of the strength of the women who practice it." - Textiles of the Banjara
This textile is one of several that we hand-sourced in India directly from antique merchants. Their unique patina, wear and imperfections carry a glimpse into the culture and regions they resided in, the passing of time, and the dedication, labor, and skill of their makers. less
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