Antique Hand Painted Kalamkari Portrait Wall Hanging: C19th Persia tent hanging The silk embroidery exquisitely worked

The silk embroidery exquisitely worked in forbidden stitch and has flowers

they move beautifully which makes them a popular choice with with dancers and artists from all over the world

especially where panel may have once been fixed to a frame are to be expected

a service that we are pleased to offer from our textile conservation studio in the Cotswolds

Another unique and handmade bespoke lampshade from our new studio collection

Antique Hand Painted Kalamkari Portrait Wall Hanging: C19th Persia tent hanging The silk embroidery exquisitely workedDating from the 19th century 2 hand painted Kalamkari portrait panels depicting portraits of historic and mythical Persian Kings. This textile style is a famous Persian craft utilizing hand carved woodblocks and freehand illustrations on cotton. It was historically produced in Isfahan, particularly during the Safavid and Qajar dynasties. The rich earthy reds, browns, and blacks are derived from all natural vegetable and mineral pigments. Black lines