{"product_id":"early-20th-century-antique-burmese-kalaga-wall-hanging","title":"EARLY 20TH CENTURY ANTIQUE BURMESE KALAGA WALL HANGING","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute overview\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute overview\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute overview\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003eA finely worked early 20th Century Burmese kalaga ceremonial hanging of substantial decorative scale. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003eRichly embroidered with metallic sequins, appliqué silkwork and raised hand stitching on a deep claret velvet ground. The central panel depicts a mythological royal procession travelling in an ornate horse-drawn chariot accompanied by celestial attendants, all framed within repeating borders of chinthe guardian lions and heavenly beings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003eExecuted in the traditional Mandalay workshop manner using layered appliqué, couched embroidery and thousands of hand-applied sequins, the textile possesses remarkable texture, shimmer and sculptural depth throughout. The mellowed palette and naturally aged surface give the piece strong atmosphere and visual presence. The reverse retains an old hand-sewn black cotton backing consistent with early construction techniques. Kalaga textiles of this type were produced for ceremonial and prestigious interior display, and today are highly sought after for their dramatic decorative impact and craftsmanship. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003eMyanmar (Burma), Circa 1900–1930. Presented mounted for hanging. Minor losses to some glass cabochons and sequined elements consistent with age and use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"value\"\u003eCirca: Early 20th Century \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute overview\"\u003e                                                                                                                       \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Burma\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Good condistion commensurate with age and use [See decription \u0026amp; photos]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 110cm h x 147cm w \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRef: 6420\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AD \u0026 PS Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56911399911810,"sku":"6420\/6605","price":2375.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0050\/3866\/9870\/files\/6420-BurmeseWallHanging-1_d7a74592-ac9a-463a-b68a-1162788b177f.jpg?v=1789478744","url":"https:\/\/adpsantiques.com\/products\/early-20th-century-antique-burmese-kalaga-wall-hanging","provider":"AD \u0026 PS Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}