Mughal Silk Embroidered Bedspread - Full/Queen

Mughal Silk Embroidered Bedspread - Full/Queen Description: The art of embroidery in the Indian Subcontinent can be traced to ancient roots. Thin bronze needles found in the ancient civilization of Mohenjo Daro in the Indus Valley are believed to have meant for embroidery. Embroidery continued to flourish in the days the Mughal Empire, when the Maharaja’s guests graced their royalty with lavish gifts of embroidered textile art. Exotic textiles were considered a symbol of royal elegance while the workmanship of these textiles was praised in royal courts. Today, we celebrate the workmanship and charm of South Asian textile embroidery with our Mughal Silk Embroidered Bedspreads. Item Code: TM1079 Material: Cotton, silk, mirrors Color: Maroon, orange, black Size: Full/Queen – 90 inches x 104 inches Condition: Made to order Ships within: U.S.- All States Inventory: This product is made to order and is shipped directly from our warehouse in South Asia (No additional custom duties). It may take 4 to 6 weeks to ship. Product Type: Decorative Bed Spreads Category: Home & Garden, Home Decor, Bed Spreads Country of Origin: PakistanNote: Dry Clean Only; Hand-embroidered by native artisans. Colors and patterns may vary. About the product: Textile weaving and hand embroidery are age old folk traditions throughout the Indian Subcontinent. Regional cultural diversity is reflected in local textile practices. The choice of material, weave, motif and embellishment vary with the customs, beliefs, lifestyles and environment of a community. Each village and state maintains its own special style of textile creation. The Kutch region is known for its patchwork saris, the Sindh area for its colorful block- print patterns and the Punjab province is famous for its ornate embroidery. More Images:These are Authentic South Asian bedspreads.