In this simple, yet sophisticated pattern of foliage and hooked vines we discover what may be the quintessential Sikh patterned kani weave. A bunch of botehs arise from the same base, some overlapping, some peeping from behind. The palla is made of six such bunches in a row. The botehs are tall, slim and their tips turn inwards. The field is systematically patterned with botehs and floral springs. In their enthusiasm, the delicate stems with flowers and leaves reach the border, not with standing the botehs of the palla. The dull black base comes alive with the subdued henna green leaves and the rust flowers. It has a floral vine border on all sides but at the two edges there is an embroidered frill mostly found atop borders of Benares silk sarees. To sum it up, the sweeping sinuous movements of the botch compliment the delicately curling stems and flowers of the field, kept in check by the firm border on all sides.
This shawl is warm in content, soft in feel and a treat to the eye. For the one with a superior taste in textile and clothing!
This description by Renu Rana
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