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Lot 59: Vintage Framed Burmese or Thai Kalaga Sequin & Bead-Embroidered Elephant Tapestry | Classic Wooden Frame | Substantial Decorative Textile Art | Collector's Piece
2026-09-06T17:30:00Z
Start price: R275
Lot 59:
Vintage Framed Burmese or Thai Kalaga Sequin & Bead-Embroidered Elephant Tapestry | Classic Wooden Frame | Substantial Decorative Textile Art | Collector's Piece
Description
A breathtakingly beautiful and substantial vintage Kalaga tapestry, likely of Burmese or Thai origin, featuring a magnificent elephant composition executed in the traditional Kalaga technique of richly layered sequins, beads and embroidery that produces the extraordinary three-dimensional shimmer and visual depth for which these tapestries are world-renowned. Kalaga tapestries are among the most celebrated and actively collected Southeast Asian textile art forms, originating in the royal court traditions of Burma and prized globally for their extraordinary craftsmanship, cultural richness and dramatic visual impact. A substantial framed Kalaga elephant tapestry is a genuinely impressive and rare find at any auction, commanding significant respect and collector interest from lovers of Asian textile art, decorative arts enthusiasts and interior designers seeking a truly unique and impactful wall feature. The classic wooden frame enhances the presentation and display quality of this already outstanding piece. Sold as-is, viewing strongly recommended.
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