Antique Textile, Laos, 1st Quarter of the 20th Century – Crafted in Laos, this tremendous antique textile features a stunning allover repeating pattern rendered in an elegant combination of ivory and deep Byzantium purple. Precise ivory motifs with strong, crisp outlines create a decisive pattern of stacked lozenges that are filled with intricate geometric motifs and small-scale reflections. Elaborate star figures and extended latch-hook appendages form a clear-cut pattern that highlights the angular composition. Chic borders rendered in a reverse color scheme showcase saturated pinyin wan motifs that are set over a luxurious ivory-colored background. This exceptional antique Laotian textile incorporates a rich combination of geometric motifs and powerful cultural symbols that are rendered in a chic selection of limited colors.
Tribal Geometric Swastika Design Ivory Background Antique Laos Textile 46335
Size: 2 ft 10 in x 5 ft (0.86 m x 1.52 m)
Origin: Laos
Style: Textiles and Embroideries
This elaborate antique Laotian textile features an exquisite pattern of repeating protection symbols and geometric motifs set over a deep violet-colored field.