Kalaga
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Kalaga (
Burma (Myanmar).[1] The word kalaga, which means "curtain," comes from the Burmese language, although Burmese refer to such tapestries as shwe gyi do (ရွှေချည်ထိုး; lit. 'gold thread embroidery').[2] These tapestries use a sewing technique called shwe gyi (ရွှေချည်)[3]
This artform emerged during the Konbaung dynasty in the mid-19th century and reached its zenith during the reign of Mindon Min, when velvet became fashionable at the royal court.[4]
In a typical tapestry, padded figures are cut from various types of cloth and sewn onto a background, usually red or black cloth to form an elaborate scene, traditionally from Burmese classical plays (e.g.
Jataka).[1][5][6] The figures are sewn using a combination of metallic and plain threads and adorned with sequins, beads and glass stones.[6]
See also
References
- ^ a b Mukharji, T. N. (1888). Art-manufactures of India. Superintendent of Government Printing, India. pp. 387–388.
- ^ "Journal of Burma Studies - Volume 16.1". Northern Illinois University. Retrieved 6 October 2013.
- ISBN 9780195886085.
- ISBN 9789625938820.
- ISBN 9780313335488.
- ^ a b "More information about Burmese Kalagas". SiamTraders.com. 2001. Retrieved 6 October 2013.
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