Signed Antique Kashmiri Kani Starburst Shawl | Radiating Medallion | India c. 1870–1890 Antique art but the finer weave

but the finer weave

Whether displayed on a mantel

Its wool is soft and lustrous

has loss and a couple holes in the kelim

giving it a warm and elegant presence

Signed Antique Kashmiri Kani Starburst Shawl | Radiating Medallion | India c. 1870–1890 Antique art but the finer weaveThis striking antique Kashmiri kani shawl features a powerful starburst medallion that radiates outward in complex floral and paisley arrangements, masterfully woven in rich tones of red, blue, ivory, and gold. The high contrast between the black central field and the vibrant boteh motifs creates a visual rhythm that pulls the eye outward in all directionsa classic hallmark of Kashmirs finest late 19th century shawl production. Woven using the