Vintage Gujarati Beadwork & Mirrorwork Panel | Framed Folk Art

This circular vintage beadwork and mirrorwork piece from Gujarat is a distinctive example of Indian folk craftsmanship. It may originally have served as a traditional handheld fan, though its precise original use is not confirmed. Now presented in a custom white frame with a matching inner border and white backdrop, the piece is displayed as framed textile and decorative art.

At the centre is a round mirror, surrounded by six larger mirrors arranged in a radial pattern. Colourful glass beads and intricate embroidered motifs fill the remaining surface, creating a balanced composition through repetition, symmetry and vivid colour. The combination of reflective mirrors and detailed beadwork gives the piece its distinctive visual character.

The mirrors retain their place within the design, with subtle signs of age that speak to the object’s vintage character. The beadwork preserves the detail of its traditional handcraft, offering a glimpse into Gujarat’s rich decorative traditions, where mirrors, beads and embroidery have long been used to embellish textiles and personal objects.

The custom white frame and minimal backdrop bring clarity to the intricate surface, allowing the radial arrangement and colourful handwork to remain the focus. Today, the piece can be displayed as a framed vintage artefact in a collection of Indian folk art, textile heritage or traditional decorative objects.

Details

• Object: Circular vintage beadwork and mirrorwork artefact
• Origin: Gujarat, India
• Possible Original Use: Traditional handheld fan; not confirmed
• Materials: Glass beads, mirrors and embroidered textile
• Technique: Decorative beadwork and mirrorwork
• Design: Central round mirror surrounded by six larger mirrors in a radial arrangement
• Presentation: Custom white frame with matching inner border and white backdrop
• Condition: Vintage, with subtle signs of age visible on the mirrors
• Dimensions: 16 × 16 in, including frame
• Tradition: Gujarati folk craftsmanship and decorative arts
• Authenticity: Comes with an authenticity certificate from The Blue Trunk.