antique silk embroidered waziri men wedding shawl 20/C

Antique Waziri Shawl

Waziristan is in the Northwest province of Pakistan, a remote and tribal area bordering Afghanistan. The local weaving tradition combines silk and cotton in striped design. The main ground is usually dark indigo cotton while the silk provides the bright accents. Sometimes there is also some embroidery. Waziri shawls are worn by men.

Circa: Early 20th century

Origin: Pakistan

Material: Silk and cotton

Condition: Some soiling and stains to red areas. Good

Object Name: Shawl

Local Name: chador

Place Made: Asia: South Asia, Pakistan, Northwest Frontier Province, waziristan.

Dimensions: L 233 cm x W 163 cm

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