Kerman Embroidered Shawl The condition is excellent

The condition is excellent

This is a particularly fine example both densely embroidered and richly colored

Excellent condition

Made from the finest Spring wool the base fabric or “ariz” is hand-dyed with natural organic elements like the indigo seen here

Period: First Half of 20th Century

Kerman Embroidered Shawl The condition is excellentA patteh or embroidered shawl from the Kerman province in southern Iran. This is a particularly fine example both densely embroidered and richly colored. Made from the finest Spring wool the base fabric or ariz is hand dyed with natural organic elements like the indigo seen here, as well as pomegranate skins, madder, henna and walnut husks. The decorative designs are derived from symbols originating in ancient Persia, the Cypress tree, the boteh or