Rare unique piece of artisan production based on an antique model (Kalagas) from Burma.
Kalagas are traditional Burmese wall hangings. Kalagas are elaborately handcrafted using metal sequins, glass beads, mirror stones, gold and silver braided threads, cotton and often velvet.
Trapunt style work is a form of applique in which the appliquéd pieces of fabric are stuffed with horsehair or cotton waste. So that a high relief pattern is created. The three-dimensional effect can be additionally emphasized with structured embroidery stitches and sewn-on threads.
Kalagas from Burma, worked in the middle on black velvet bordered with fabric from the discarded peacock and elephant robes. The pictures of animals are padded and decorated with sewn cords, glass pins, sequins and metal threads.
Period : early 20th century
Dimensions : W 230 cm x H 147 cm
Material : cotton, velvet
Condition: Some signs of wear consistent with age
*The antique Kalagas wall hanging offered here is an original old and antique, handmade, sometimes very filigree folklore textile from Burma. After years of use in front of the tribes, it is natural that there may be dark spots in the pieces, small pieces may be missing, the embroidery may be damaged, discolored, or repaired.
*Due to photography and handwork, color variations may occur.
Standard delivery time: 2-3 business days
Express Delivery time: 1 business day
