Pair of large Banjara textile ornaments embroidered with mirrors

[Ethnographic Art / Tribal Jewelry] Pair of large embroidered textile ornaments with mirrors (Shisha work) and pendants of Indian coins (25 Paise) with bells – India (Gujarat / Rajasthan), 20th century (1970s–1980s) Superb pair of authentic tribal textile charms / ornaments (headpiece adornments, traditional costume or Rabari / Banjara attire ornamentation), richly worked in the traditional technique of mirrored embroidery (Shisha embroidery). Subject & Textile Technique: Embroidery & Mirrors: Square cotton panels in multicolor with geometric embroidery in chain stitch and adorned with small etched glass mirrors (Shisha). Coins & Tinklers (Pendants): Each piece is edged along its lower part by a row of genuine Indian 25 Paise coins in silvered metal (dated to the 1970s–1980s, notably 1975, 1985, 1986 with the Ashoka Lions emblem). The coins are suspended by small links and extended by clusters of tiny bells (ghungroos). Origin & Style: Western India (Kutch / Gujarat or Rajasthan – Banjara or Rabari ethnicity). Period: Second half of the 20th century (Circa 1970–1980, based on coin minting dates of reused coins). Dimensions: First piece: 14×12 cm Second piece: 13.4×12.6 cm Overall Condition: Good original state for vintage artisan ethnographic textiles. Condition Details: Original metallic/finely etched mirrors showing patina/ natural oxidation consistent with age. Thread and fabric well preserved, original structured textile back. Coins and bells complete with a beautiful patina of use

Estimate:£1.67

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