Description
Product description / Antique Kalaga embroidery wall picture.:
Way of making: handmade
Material: cotton and a variety of decorative fabrics
Place of origin: Burma
Age: late 19th century
Condition: Very good condition. Cleaned, ready to use.
A Kalaga is a densely embroidered appliquéd wall hanging, usually made of silk, flannel, wool and lace, on a cotton or velvet ground. Kalaga is a handicraft of Burmese ( officially Myanmar ) origin.
Kalaga is a Burmese word meaning curtain, but the Burmese call it shwe gyi do, meaning golden thread embroidery. These handicrafts are made using the shwe gyi sewing technique. This art form appeared during the Konbaung dynasty in the mid-19th century and reached its peak during the reign of Mindon Min, when velvet became popular in court circles.
In typical Kalaga handicrafts, the padded figures are cut out of a variety of textiles and then sewn onto a background, usually red or black, to create a meticulously crafted figural scene, traditionally from a classic Burmese play such as the Ramayana or the Jataka. The shapes are sewn with various metallic or traditional threads and enriched with sequins, beads, glass beads and other metallic ornaments.
Washing and care instructions:
Leave the cleaning to a professional. If you would like us to do the hand cleaning for you, please call our customer service or visit our carpet cleaning section.
