Large Burmese Silk Linen Heavily Embroidered Applique Figures Kalaga Tapestry
This is a silk linen heavy embroidered tapestry. I inherited form a dead relative. It is in great condition 8/10. From my brief research I believe it’s burmese.
38” x 38”
Inherited
Yes
Hi Leo,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The use of metallic - often gold - thread is a characteristic of kalaga panels, which were made in Burma in the 19th Century and earlier.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An antique Southeast Asian Kalaga metallic tapestry panel
possibly Burmese, 19th century or earlier
A "kalaga" or curtain tapestry depicting deities in two reserves: the upper reserve with several figures in a stylized "cloud," the lower reserve with three medallions enclosing figures. All within a dotted border.
38 by 38 inches
CONDITION: This panel appears
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$ 250-350*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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