Woman's garment (kira)

Place of OriginThimphu, Bhutan

Dateapprox. 1990

MaterialsCotton and silk

DimensionsH. 98 in x W. 57 in, H. 248.9 cm x W. 144.8 cm

Credit LineGift of June Arney Roadman

Object number2003.20

DepartmentHimalayan Art

ClassificationsTextiles

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This style of weaving, typical of the Thimphu area of Bhutan, shows alternating columns of red, yellow and black separated by green elements and bound by rainbow stripes. Bold geometric designs in various colors appear on the red and green sections of the garment.