Kashmir Embroidered Shawl - Persia - Black Dress Shawl - SOLD

Luxurious Kashmiri black dress shawl adorned with opulent Paisley and Peacock motifs created with exquisite artistry. All four borders of this beautiful wrap shawl are gloriously embellished with a richly hand embroidered tapestry of Peacock feather and Paisley motifs, delicate floral boughs, and petite Himalayan blossoms. In India, Kashmir, and the Mideast, the peacock feather is highly revered as a symbol of spiritual and secular strength and is often used for bestowing blessings.
With a Jet Black background, this heirloom quality shawl has been adorned with Sozni single stitch embroidery in harmoniously balanced shades of Empress Pink, rich Coral Rose, Dusky Peach, Saffron, soft Almond Brown, and pale Natural Gold. This glamorous shawl beautifully displays the influence of Persian design on the eternally splendid Kashmir shawls and is hallmarked by highly detailed ornamentation. Unique in expression, this is an absolutely beautiful shawl suitable for dress as well as sophisticated non-formal occasions. And, it would be an exciting and memorable shawl to present as a fine gift such as an engagement or wedding shawl.
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This exclusive, delicate mid-weight wool shawl is adorned with a polished style that spontaneously draws admiring notice to the superb embroidery created by the finest artisans of Kashmir with dedication and genuine care. Embroidered shawls of this caliber take many months to complete, and are often paced along with production of shawls calling for less demanding styles of adornment, affording the artist a much needed rest for the eyes and also a break from the intense levels of concentration required for the finest embroideries.
Equally enjoyable as an evening shawl to attend the performing arts, special events, or as a perfect accessory to bring quick transformation from day wear to evening attire, this lovely embroidered shawl is also delightful when draped softly around the neck or across the shoulders to smarten a business suit. Fashioned of fine twist, downy soft Lambswool Pashm spun and woven in Kashmir for a gentle and warm touch, this full size shawl would be a welcome addition to any shawl loverfs treasure chest.
Fabric: Soft Lambswool Pashm loomed in Kashmir, midweight
Embroidery Style: Kashmiri Sozni single stitch style, petite to mid-length stitches, Silken finish rayon embroidery thread
Full Shawl Size Dimensions: 41" wide x 83" long
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