Vintage Banjara Tribal Shisha Embroidery Patch

SKU: 3212

Rich in color, symbolism, and traditional craftsmanship, this vintage Banjara textile reflects the artistic heritage of one of India’s most celebrated nomadic communities. Hand-embroidered in vibrant tones, the composition features rows of shisha mirrors designed to capture and reflect light, a decorative practice long associated with protection and celebration. Geometric chain-stitched borders frame each mirrored element, while natural cowrie shells adorn the edges as symbols of prosperity, status, and good fortune. Carefully preserved within a shadowbox frame, the textile transforms a once-functional adornment into a compelling work of folk art, honoring generations of Banjara creativity and cultural expression.

Clayton and Deb have an interesting story behind these unusual Banjara embroidery patches. While the Korver family was traveling through India, everyone decided to spend some time relaxing by the pool after so much traveling. Clayton, however, couldn’t quite sit still and went out for a drive instead. Along the roadside, he spotted women selling colorful handmade textiles, and several immediately caught his eye. Embroidered with intricate patterns, cowrie shells—once used as currency in many cultures—and tiny pieces of mirror, each patch has its own character. Their unusual beauty and craftsmanship made them impossible to pass up.

$500.00

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Dimensions 12 × 2 × 15 in
Material

Cowrie Shells

Country

India

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SKU: 3212

Vintage Banjara Tribal Shisha Embroidery Patch

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$500.00

Additional information

Dimensions 12 × 2 × 15 in
Material

Cowrie Shells

Country

India

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