Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size - Ca 1950 Origin - New Guinea 37 x 11 x 22

37 x 11 x 22 (wxdxh cms)

This vase is hand made on the traditional potters wheel and the sides flattened to give it's an octagonal shape

This particular piece has beautifully carved flanges with floral motifs often used by northern nomads

16 x 85 x 76 (wxdxh cms)approx

Features: Circular form

Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size - Ca 1950 Origin - New Guinea 37 x 11 x 22Kantha 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. This size will fit a Kingsize bed (152 x 198 cms or 5' x 6'6") Made From 100 Percent Cotton In India. Dry Clean Only As these are natural dyes there may be some fading over time. From India 160 x 244cms