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Vintage handmade tribal textile panel heavily decorated with cowrie shells, glass beads, buttons, metal charms, tassels, and a large red wool pom-pom.
This visually striking textile features dense hand-applied cowrie shell rows over a woven fiber base with colorful geometric woven accents and long fringe tassels. The lower section includes layered vintage buttons, beadwork, and dangling metal charms/bells.
Likely Central Asian / Kuchi tribal influence. Exact origin and age unknown.
Features:
Extensive cowrie shell decoration
Large red wool pom-pom
Handwoven textile construction
Vintage buttons and beadwork
Metal charm/bell fringe
Long tassel fringe
Strong bohemian / ethnographic aesthetic
Condition: Good vintage condition with visible age and use wear throughout. Loose threads, uneven stitching, repairs, fraying, patina, and age-related imperfections are present consistent with handmade vintage tribal textiles. Please review all photos carefully for exact condition and details.
Displays beautifully as:
Wall hanging
Tribal textile art
Bohemian decor
Ethnographic collection piece
Festival or costume display
Approximate measurements: 28\" x 9\"