Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size Material - Ivory the stylish homes of the

the stylish homes of the wealthy

This piece is from Kerala in the South of India

5 x 6 (wxdxh cms)

The top is a single piece of thick walnut wood & the legs are made from Chinese red elm

this has mostly worn away on the table top to reveal a beautiful elm grain covered in a luxurious patina

Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size Material - Ivory the stylish homes of theKantha 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