Set of 2 Vintage Kantha Place Mats, Carnival Flowers
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32.00€
Product: Pack of 2 place mats, reversible, in vintage cotton. Made from old saris. Handmade by artisans from recycled cotton, each piece carries slight imperfections that reflect handcrafted know-how.
Artisans: Centuries-old craft of reusing worn textiles.
The word Kantha comes from the Sanskrit "Kontha", meaning "rags". It is a thousand-year-old art listed on UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage of humanity. Peasant women in Bengal gather several layers of worn clothing, most often saris, which they embroider with running stitch to make blankets or bedspreads. In the villages, after the work in the fields and the house, the women gather, regardless of caste or religion, to paint with the needle and make the colors vibrate. Embroidery becomes a true social bond for these women, whose living conditions are precarious. This exceptional work gives them financial independence and a better status within the community.
Details: Pack of 2 place mats
49 x 35 cm
Bright, multicolored flowers on a dark blue background; reverse: gray-green with pretty purple flowers.
Place mat made in France from a traditional Indian fabric.
Composition: 100% recycled cotton.
Gentle wash at 30°C recommended
Free shipping in mainland France, except large items. Ships in 3 to 5 business days.
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.