Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size - Ca 1950 Period - Taishō Small - W16 x D13

Small - W16 x D13 x H4 cm

architectural design can be traced back to the Ming dynasty

their deep rich reds and blues with repeating floral and geometric patterns have proven a firm favourite in the antique

Military chests were originally used by officers of the British Indian Army

Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size - Ca 1950 Period - Taishō Small - W16 x D13Kantha 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