Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw Jewellery Boxes Features: Mihrab arch form

Features: Mihrab arch form

probably Saurashtra dating to the 19th century

It has refined carving along the edge

The lotus flower symbol is found throughout Asia symbolising fertility

This antique Indian textile printing block was hand-carved in Jaipur for the traditional craft of block printing

Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw Jewellery Boxes Features: Mihrab arch formKantha is a centuries old tradition of stitching patchwork cloth from rags by thrifty rural women. Originating in Bengal, Orissa, and Bangladesh it is one of the oldest forms of embroidery in India, its origins can be traced back to the pre Vedic age. Made From 100% cotton In India Dry clean only. Natural dyes may fade over time.