Mutwa Hand embroidered blouse, Kanjari, Kutch (Gujarat) - 560

 Product Description:

Hand-embroidered in Mutwa style this short-sleeve hip-length, the backless blouse has a long front. In this case fragment of the blouse with only the front part can be seen that has abstract patterns into which colors orange, maroon, and pink are used.

It is a native craft of the Muslim community belonging to the Banni area in Kutch. The Mutwa embroidery includes different stitches like a chain, double running, and square chain stitch. Their embroidery is very elaborate and their designs are chiefly geometric along with floral patterns. Designs are influenced by their surroundings and motifs which include flowers, peacocks as well as parrots.

Also, it has heavy embellishments of mirrors encased throughout and a multi-color border at the bottom along with mirrors on green and maroon background.

Size: 80 X 36 CM

Art: Mutwa Bharat

Color: Multicolored

Care: Do not wash or dry clean. Do not wipe with a wet cloth. Shake to remove any dust.

Quality Assessment:  The piece is in good condition and there are no damages on the embroidered part or any other area.