This vintage Lambani Banjara gala patch originates from the nomadic Lambani (Banjara) communities of India, where such textiles formed part of everyday dress and protective adornment. Hand-embroidered on madder-dyed cotton, it is richly embellished with shisha mirrors and cowrie shells, materials long associated with apotropaic protection and the deflection of the “evil eye.” Traditionally worn at the nape of the neck while carrying vessels, the patch reflects both practical use and symbolic meaning. Today, it is often preserved as decorative textile art or repurposed in contemporary fashion contexts.
$315.00
| Dimensions | 3 × 12 × 20 in |
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| Country | India |
| Material | Cotton, Cowrie Shells |
$315.00
| Dimensions | 3 × 12 × 20 in |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| Material | Cotton, Cowrie Shells |