Kantha sari bedspread No.11, Faded Pastels, hand-embroidered recycled cotton
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140.00€
Product: Vintage kantha bedspread. Size 220 x 140 cm. Handmade in West Bengal, India
Age-old craft of reclaiming worn textiles
The word Kantha comes from the Sanskrit "Kontha", meaning "rags". It is an ancient art listed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The peasant women of West Bengal stack several layers of worn clothing, most often saris, and stitch them together to make blankets or bedspreads. In the villages, after the work in the fields and at home, the women gather, regardless of caste or religion, to paint with a needle and make the colors vibrate. The embroidery becomes a real social bond for these women, whose living conditions are precarious. This exceptional work gives them financial independence and a better standing in their community.
Details: recycled cotton. Front, floral pattern on a pink background. Back, purple background with earth-colored flowers.
Size 220 x 140 cm
Each piece is unique and handmade.
The imperfections you will find in the embroidery show the unique character of the piece.
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Photo credits, Storie & SHE Kantha
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You have 14 days after delivery to change your mind. You pay for the return. We refund you within 14 days after we receive the returned package.