Shela
Description
This silk shela features a traditional shikargarh (hunting scene) pattern. The design depicts men with guns, tigers, deer, parrots, and other birds interspersed among floral scrollwork, creating a rich and dynamic composition.
Collection
Textiles and Costumes of India
Object Type
Sari Textile
Material
Silk with brocade
Schools/Culture/Period
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Technique
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Date
19th century CE
Location
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Dimension
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