Islamic Art and Fine Objects

A SOUTH ASIAN EMBROIDERED SILK KURTA, 19TH OR EARLY 20TH CENTURY

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Start price: £380

Estimated price: £400 - £600

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Description

A South Asian silk kurta featuring metallic thread embroidery. The garment is composed of seafoam green silk with a stand-up collar and V-neckline. Gold-toned metallic thread in a zardozi-style technique forms floral and foliate scrollwork borders at the neck, cuffs, and hem. The hemline is curved with side vents. Small floral butis are embroidered across the body and sleeves. A faint stamp is located inside the neckline.

L: 72.5cm