Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size - Ca 1950 Material - Mulberry Wood It would have originally opened

It would have originally opened from the top by a hatch

Originally used by farm workers

original pigment

3 x 4 x 48 (wxdxh cms)

Features: Blue and white porcelain barrel stool with pierced sides and seat

Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size - Ca 1950 Material - Mulberry Wood It would have originally openedKantha 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 232cms