Kerman Embroidered Shawl the “boteh” or “bent tree”

the “boteh” or “bent tree” both symbolize strength and endurance and the central and bordering suns are symbols of mythology often based on the Zodiac

It may have been commissioned for a wealthy client

This Indonesian Batik is from Java Cotton wax resist

Size: 35" x 35"

This particular tapis likely would have been worn by an elite young woman for theatrical dance or ceremonies such as a wedding

Kerman Embroidered Shawl the “boteh” or “bent tree”A patteh or embroidered shawl from the Kerman province in southern Iran. This is a particularly fine example both densely embroidered and richly colored. Made from the finest Spring wool the base fabric or ariz is hand dyed with natural organic elements like the indigo seen here, as well as pomegranate skins, madder, henna and walnut husks. The decorative designs are derived from symbols originating in ancient Persia, the Cypress tree, the boteh or