DepartmentTextiles-Asia

Blouse

NameBlouse

Maker Romali Naik

CultureBanjara

Dateca 1968

Place madeNellisara Village, Karnatakara, India, South Asia, Asia

MediumFiber, glass

Dimensions20 7/8 x 21 1/4 in. (53 x 54 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, IFAF Collection, FA.1989.48.9

Object numberFA.1989.48.9

DescriptionBlouse with straight, short sleeves, black and red bands of fabric for back- with ties. Front is shaped with fullness above peplum. Covered big and small mirrors and chain and button hole stitches. Extra flaps are stitched on shoulder, sleeves and on peplum. These have metal disks, caps, and cloth and metal tassels. Lined with various red prints.