Indian hand beaded toran wall hanging. Depicting elephants, flowering trees, cows, divine forms, and auspicious markings. The toran is also known as a Bandanwar, and is a decorative Hindu door hanging meant to protect the home and expel negative energies. From Saurashtra, Gujarat. Mashru and cotton with zari metallic thread stitching.

Provenance: From the collection of Frederick and Catherine Asher, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Frederick M. Asher and Catherine E. Asher were prominent scholars in the field of Art History. Both dedicated their lives to the education of students, teaching for many years as professors at the University of Minnesota. They both had a passion for South Asian art, traveling extensively throughout India, Asia, and the Middle East. Selections from their travels and careers as avid art historians are offered in this auction. Their collection includes Indian jewelry, Japanese woodblock prints, an incredible slide collection, and much more.
Length: 40 in x width: 12 in. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.