Lot 30
 
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CHAMBA, HIMACHAL PRADESH
CIRCA 1930

a) Handspun and handwoven cotton, embroidered with untwisted silk thread, natural dyes
34.25 x 34.25 in (87 x 87 cm)

b) Handspun and handwoven cotton, embroidered with untwisted silk thread, natural dyes
29.25 x 29.25 in (74 x 74 cm)

(Set of two)


PROVENANCE:
From a Distinguished Family Collection

Chamba embroidery from Himachal Pradesh is influenced by miniature painting traditions and typically features scenes from the Ras Lila. The joyful celebration of Krishna and the gopis is seen in the composition as well as the bright colours.




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  Lot 30 of 64  

LIVING TRADITIONS: FOLK AND TRIBAL
11-12 APRIL 2018

Estimate
Rs 1,50,000 - 2,00,000
$2,345 - 3,125

RESERVE NOT MET













 



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