Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size Material - Ivory 5 x 6 (wxdxh cms)

5 x 6 (wxdxh cms)

the stylish homes of the wealthy

it can be repurposed as jewellery storage

This piece is from Kerala in the South of India

Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size Material - Ivory 5 x 6 (wxdxh cms)Kantha 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 these are dry clean only. As these are natural dyes there may be some fading over time. From India UK