Antique Framed Burmese Beaded & Embroidered Kalaga Tapestry

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Antique Framed Burmese Beaded & Embroidered "KALAGAS" Tapestry.
From Myanmar (Burma)
Linen, silk, velvet embellished with sequins, beads and pearls.
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From Myanmar (Burma)
Linen, silk, velvet embellished with sequins, beads and pearls.
Tapestry depicting scenes from ancient epic Hindu poem.
The Ramayana or Buddhists mythology.
No two Kalagas are never alike!
Each one is as unique as the artisan who created it.
Elephants are symbols of purity and good character.
Peacocks are symbols of beauty and the sun.
Famed with museum hunter green mating, shadow box style.
Wood frame with clear glass inset.
Size: 41.5"W x 24.25"H x 2.25"D
Tapestry size: 18"H x 34"W See less