Textile - Indian Banjara Dowry Bag, 19 th C

Historical information

Traditional Banjara (Tribal) bag from regions like Kutch in Gunjarat or Rajasthan, India.
"Bagchi" or dowry bags, traditionally handmade and gifted during weddings and engagements.

Physical description

Heavily embroidered in a geometric design with shisha mirrors in reds, black and cream. Small pom poms attached.
Cream and blue cord and blue bead.

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