Indian Kalamkari Panel, India 19th C

A rare example with great colors.. good condition except a few pin holes.

A great example of the type, displaying the high levels of the art of kalamkari.

an outstandıng example to the art of kalamkari work.

A great example of the type, displaying the high levels of the art of kalamkari.

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