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Such architectural framing lends the panel a shrine-like presence, suggesting its original role within a larger ceremonial context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on its form, scale, and stylistic details, the panel is likely a remnant from a ritual kavadi—a sacred offering structure traditionally carried during acts of devotion. Objects of this nature were created not merely as images, but as vessels of faith, meant to be seen, touched, and borne in ritual movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe panel is now mounted on a black brocade textile, richly patterned with golden motifs, a later but sympathetic framing choice that heightens its visual impact while allowing the carved wood to remain the focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034344948010,"sku":null,"price":19800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20251230-155607.png?v=1768369926"},{"product_id":"vintage-framed-mirror-and-bead-embroidery-wall-art","title":"Vintage Framed Mirror and Bead Embroidery Wall Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully preserved, circular vintage beadwork and mirrorwork piece from Gujarat—likely once used as a traditional handheld fan—is a striking example of Indian folk craftsmanship. Now framed in a custom white case with a matching inner border and soft white backdrop, the piece takes on a timeless, gallery-like presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the centre sits a single round mirror, encircled by six larger mirrors arranged in a precise radial pattern. The rest of the surface is intricately embroidered with colourful glass beads, showcasing traditional handwork in symmetrical, folk-inspired patterns. The mirrors, though showing subtle signs of age, remain intact and reflect the history and care embedded in the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect as a framed wall art piece, this work of textile art captures the spirit of Gujarat’s rich artisan culture—where even everyday objects like handheld fans were crafted with devotion, detail, and vibrant artistry. A rare collectible from The Blue Trunk’s curated vintage textile archive, this piece is ideal for those who value heritage decor, Indian folk art, and handcrafted design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034362183978,"sku":null,"price":6900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20250622_152338.png?v=1768376670"},{"product_id":"vintage-framed-mirror-and-bead-embroidery-wall-art-1","title":"Vintage Framed Mirror and Bead Embroidery Wall Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis beautifully preserved, circular vintage beadwork and mirrorwork piece from Gujarat—likely once used as a traditional handheld fan—is a striking example of Indian folk craftsmanship. Now framed in a custom white case with a matching inner border and soft white backdrop, the piece takes on a timeless, gallery-like presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the centre sits a single round mirror, encircled by six larger mirrors arranged in a precise radial pattern. The rest of the surface is intricately embroidered with colourful glass beads, showcasing traditional handwork in symmetrical, folk-inspired patterns. The mirrors, though showing subtle signs of age, remain intact and reflect the history and care embedded in the object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect as a framed wall art piece, this work of textile art captures the spirit of Gujarat’s rich artisan culture—where even everyday objects like handheld fans were crafted with devotion, detail, and vibrant artistry. A rare collectible from The Blue Trunk’s curated vintage textile archive, this piece is ideal for those who value heritage decor, Indian folk art, and handcrafted design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034362216746,"sku":null,"price":6900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20250622_152418.png?v=1767848398"},{"product_id":"vintage-kutchhi-textile-panel","title":"Vintage Kutchhi Yoke( Framed Textile)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis embroidered yoke panel, once part of a traditional woman’s garment from the Kutch region, reflects the region’s rich folk heritage and affinity for geometric design. Composed of meticulously stitched, repeating motifs in vivid threads on cotton, the piece balances precision with expressive rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMirrors (abhla) are embedded throughout the panel—some still catching the light, others now missing, leaving behind faint outlines that quietly mark the passage of time. Framed against a white background with a minimal border, the panel reveals the grace of handwork shaped by memory, tradition, and wear. It endures as a striking visual fragment of ceremonial dress—orderly yet intimate, aged yet resonant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034362249514,"sku":null,"price":9800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20250622_143612.png?v=1767848377"},{"product_id":"vintage-kutchhi-textile-panel-1","title":"Vintage Kutchhi Yoke(Framed Textile)","description":"\u003cp\u003eInspired by nature, this intricately embroidered yoke panel—once part of a traditional woman’s garment from the Kutch region—showcases the vibrant textile legacy of western India. Floral motifs, stylised and symmetrical, are densely threaded in bright contrasting hues on cotton, each centred with a mirror (abhla) that catches and reflects light, bringing the surface to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet against a white backdrop with a minimal border, the piece highlights the finesse of hand embroidery and the richness of its palette. More than ornamentation, it is a window into the ceremonial attire and aesthetic expression of Kutchhi women, echoing the rhythms of the natural world through needle and thread.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034362282282,"sku":null,"price":8900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20250615_140157_5c389c32-cbff-4a0d-80ab-9d1df2988496.png?v=1768162628"},{"product_id":"vintage-laxmi-statuette-on-pink-brocade","title":"Vintage Laxmi Statuette on Pink Brocade","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage statuette of Laxmi depicts her seated gracefully on a full-bloom lotus — a symbol of purity, abundance, and divine energy. Mounted on pink brocade and framed in a rustic gold finish, the piece radiates quiet opulence. Laxmi holds lotus flowers in her upper hands, while her lower hands are posed in gestures of blessing and generosity. Revered as the goddess of wealth, fortune, and well-being, her seated form signifies stability, inner harmony, and enduring prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034362708266,"sku":null,"price":4900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/background-editor_output_6d6cc1df-d5c8-4c0b-a469-b1d507a8400a.png?v=1767848437"},{"product_id":"vintage-kutchhi-yoke-framed-textile-panel","title":"Vintage Kutchhi Yoke (Framed Textile)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis intricately embroidered yoke panel, originally part of a traditional woman's garment from the Kutch region, showcases the rich textile traditions of western India. Worked in bright, contrasting threads on cotton, the design features stylised floral motifs—each anchored by a central mirror, or abhla, reflecting light and adding dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is framed against a white background with a minimal white border, highlighting the precision of the handwork and the vibrancy of the palette. It stands as both a decorative and cultural artefact, offering insight into the ceremonial attire and artistic language of Kutchhi women.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034362806570,"sku":null,"price":7900.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20250622_141841.png?v=1767848375"},{"product_id":"vintage-marapachi-on-raw-silk","title":"Framed Vintage Marapachi Wooden Figure of Vishnu","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Marapachi wooden figure of Lord Vishnu is carved in the traditional South Indian manner and presented against a deep, bright red cloth backing, a colour historically associated with auspiciousness and ritual significance. Unlike miniature Marapachi forms, this example is of a larger scale, giving the figure a pronounced visual presence consistent with its devotional function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure follows established iconographic conventions used in South Indian Vishnu representations, with a frontal, composed stance intended for clarity and reverence in domestic worship. The restrained carving style reflects the functional and symbolic priorities of Marapachi craftsmanship, where durability, recognisability, and continuity of form were essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarapachi dolls play a central role in the Navaratri Golu tradition of South India. Traditionally carved from hardwood and displayed in pairs, these figures are placed at the base of Golu arrangements and are closely associated with ideas of health, fertility, prosperity, and the continuity of family lineage. Many Marapachi figures are inherited across generations, reinforcing their status as both ritual objects and cultural heirlooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe depiction of Vishnu, the preserver within the Hindu trinity, aligns with the symbolic purpose of Marapachi dolls in domestic ritual life—emphasising protection, balance, and sustenance. Today, such works are valued not only within devotional contexts but also as examples of vintage Indian wooden sculpture and traditional Indian art, sought after by collectors of Indian antiques and cultural artefacts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034365329706,"sku":null,"price":12500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20260123_134218.png?v=1769156030"},{"product_id":"vintage-palmyra-fan","title":"Vintage Palmyra Fan","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a large vintage Palmyra hand held fan from the Chettinad region, featuring woven folk motifs. Made from strips of Palmyra palm, the fan showcases the traditional weaving techniques practiced in the area. 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The composition centres on a majestic seven-hooded Naaga, with meticulously detailed heads rising from a coiled base, conveying both dynamism and controlled power. At the heart of the panel, a repoussé Yaali further enriches the iconography, adding a layer of mythological symbolism and visual complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepoussé—an ancient metalworking technique involving shaping metal from the reverse side—demands exceptional skill and precision. In this piece, the technique lends depth and sculptural presence, allowing light to play across the surface. Estimated to be nearly a century old, the panel bears a natural, time-earned patina that underscores its age, authenticity, and ritual lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Indian tradition, Nagas occupy a powerful and enduring place in religious and cultural imagination. Revered as serpent deities, they are associated with protection, fertility, transformation, and cosmic energy. Appearing across Hindu mythology, temple sculpture, and ritual practice, Nagas are often depicted as guardians of sacred spaces and conduits between the earthly and the divine. Shesh Naaga, in particular, is venerated as the cosmic serpent, embodying eternity and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, this framed panel stands as both a devotional image and a sculptural work of art—equally suited to a curated wall display or a serious collection of Indian metalwork. Carefully selected for The Blue Trunk, it is valued for its craftsmanship, layered symbolism, and timeless visual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034368606506,"sku":null,"price":29500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20230604_081343.jpg?v=1768410593"},{"product_id":"vintage-mask-of-goddess-amman-framed-on-embroidered-silk","title":"Vintage Mask of Goddess Amman framed on embroidered silk","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis stunning work from the framed masterpiece collection is an exquisite vintage mask of Goddess Amman framed on embroidered maroon silk. The copper mask is a finely executed piece made by repoussing technique. The details of the piece are brought out very succinctly by the artist, a great example of the intricate Indian craftsmanship of the past. The mask is over 60 years old and set contrastingly against a beautiful maroon silk cloth. An ideal piece for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034369032490,"sku":null,"price":22500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20221213_081431.jpg?v=1768410593"},{"product_id":"vintage-gauri-mask-brass-on-embroidered-silk","title":"Vintage Gauri Mask Brass on Embroidered Silk","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis magnificent Gauri Mask is a vintage work of art that exudes an air of elegance and grace. The mask is beautifully crafted in brass with intricate detailing that brings out the features of the goddess. The piece is over 40 years old and has been framed on embroidered orange raw silk, which adds to the charm of the overall piece. The vibrant colors of the silk complement the warm hues of the brass, creating a stunning visual appeal that will make a statement in any room. The exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail make this Gauri Mask a rare and collectible piece that will add a touch of sophistication to any home decor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse of Gauri Heads\/Masks in Indian Tradition:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Gauri (another name for Parvati) is the consort of Lord Shiva and the epitome of marital fidelity and devotion. Gauris are normally worshipped in pairs in Maharashtra\/Karnataka during \"Gauri Puja\" which happens around the same time as the widely celebrated Ganesh Utsav. 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Each head of the serpent is beautifully detailed, bringing the creature to life in stunning realism. The coiled portion at the bottom of the piece is also intricately worked, adding to the artwork's overall sophistication.\u003c\/span\u003e The piece has an enchanting patina and has some damages due to age which only adds to its overall aesthetic appeal. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The piece is sure to captivate and enchant anyone who sets their eyes on it, making it an ideal addition to any art lover's collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Blue Trunk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51034369884458,"sku":null,"price":21500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6297\/9114\/files\/IMG-20230424_080916.jpg?v=1768410593"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.thebluetrunk.in\/en-us\/collections\/framed-masterpieces.oembed?page=2","provider":"The Blue Trunk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}