Antique Silk Embroidery with Houseboats, Birds and Florals: Late 19th, Srinagar, Kashmir, India 1 couched metallic threads with silk

couched metallic threads with silk thread embroidery worked onto a hand loomed linen ground

The chasuble is lined in a mauve cotton sateen which contrast beautifully with the yellow lamé

This form of embroidery is traditional of the Parsi community

Condition: Very good vintage condition

Dating from the early 20th century this wonderful crewelwork embroidered Jacobean Revival panel from the Arts and Crafts period

Antique Silk Embroidery with Houseboats, Birds and Florals: Late 19th, Srinagar, Kashmir, India 1 couched metallic threads with silkThis piece is a vibrant example of Indian silk embroidery featuring a lush, narrative scene with several traditional motifs. We believe this piece is from the same area as the famous map shawl in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. Large, colourful birds, including a pair of fanciful creatures that may represent a kingfisher, and a highly decorative lovebird, symbols of courtship and affection in Indian textile tradition. The bottom of the panel