Antique Handwoven Silk Shawl Collectable Wrap Striped Silk Stole Dupatta: C20th Northern India

A beautiful antique striped silk shawl, stole or scarf in a stunning colour combination with shades of green, soft sorbet yellows and oranges and raspberry.

It's very long and could be used in many ways.

Handmade in India this exquisite piece within a rich history of handloom masterwork, specifically identifying it as a vintage or antique Mashru silk or a traditional Kashmiri striped silk wrap.

The bold, multi-colored vertical stripes combined with a satin-finish sheen strongly align with Mashru silk-cotton weaves originally crafted in regions like Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh.

Alternatively, the specific combination of earthy mustard, deep magenta, and rich green stripes is highly characteristic of Susi or Khan striped patterns found in hand-loomed textiles from Northwest India and Kashmir.

The transition from long vertical stripes into a distinct patchwork block grid at the bottom is a hallmark of regional Indian anchals (borders) used in luxury wraps, vintage dupattas, and sashes.

A beautiful thing that would make a great gift for somone special.

Measurements:
approx length 142" (361cm); width 21" (53cm)

Good very useable antique condition.
Has repair in centre and one end needs re hemming ,or not - it looks perfectly fine as is. Some small marks, to be expected in an item of antiquity.