Silk Kishuthara

Kira has been the national dress for Bhutanese women and it is made from just a single piece of rectangular fabric folded ingeniously, pinned at the shoulders, and cinched at the waist, a Kira reminds us of the breahtaking beauty found in the deceptively simple. The popular kushutara-style pattern is emblematic of Bhutan’s cultural heritage surrounding the Kira.

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This stunning silk Kishuthara textile was handwoven by artisans at rural area of Bhutan. The complex design originates from the Khoma village in eastern part of country and is renowned as one of the most difficult patterns to create on a loom.

This stunning silk Kishuthara textile was handwoven by artisans at rural area of Bhutan. The complex design originates from the Khoma village in eastern part of country and is renowned as one of the most difficult patterns to create on a loom. This textile showcases traditional symbology with a motif called "edges like monkey nails." The sophisticated interplay of white, red, and blue threads represents the best of Bhutanese weaving techniques. It is a true vintage collector's piece, worthy of the world's finest art exhibitions and museums.

Height 115 cm
Width 260 cm
Weight 12kg
Compositions Silk and cotton fiber
Styles Classic
Properties 100% handmade using natural dying and weaving techniques

Grade 
2019-08-15

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Silk Kishuthara

Silk Kishuthara

Kira has been the national dress for Bhutanese women and it is made from just a single piece of rectangular fabric folded ingeniously, pinned at the shoulders, and cinched at the waist, a Kira reminds us of the breahtaking beauty found in the deceptively simple. The popular kushutara-style pattern is emblematic of Bhutan’s cultural heritage surrounding the Kira.

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