
Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size - Ca 1950
Kantha is a centuries-old tradition of stitching patchwork cloth from rags by thrifty rural women. Originating in Bengal, Orissa, and Bangladesh it is one of the oldest forms of embroidery in India, its origins can be traced back to the pre-Vedic age.
- This size will fit a Kingsize bed (152 x 198 cms or 5' x 6'6")
- Made From 100 Percent Cotton In India.
- Dry Clean Only
- As these are natural dyes there may be some fading over time.
From India
160 x 244cms approx
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £7.50
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Vintage Bengali Kantha Throw - King Size - Ca 1950
Kantha is a centuries-old tradition of stitching patchwork cloth from rags by thrifty rural women. Originating in Bengal, Orissa, and Bangladesh it is one of the oldest forms of embroidery in India, its origins can be traced back to the pre-Vedic age.
- This size will fit a Kingsize bed (152 x 198 cms or 5' x 6'6")
- Made From 100 Percent Cotton In India.
- Dry Clean Only
- As these are natural dyes there may be some fading over time.
From India
160 x 244cms approx
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £7.50
More delivery options available on checkout
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Kantha is a centuries-old tradition of stitching patchwork cloth from rags by thrifty rural women. Originating in Bengal, Orissa, and Bangladesh it is one of the oldest forms of embroidery in India, its origins can be traced back to the pre-Vedic age.
- This size will fit a Kingsize bed (152 x 198 cms or 5' x 6'6")
- Made From 100 Percent Cotton In India.
- Dry Clean Only
- As these are natural dyes there may be some fading over time.
From India
160 x 244cms approx
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands £7.50
More delivery options available on checkout
























