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Heavy Vintage Galicha Kantha Quilt In Pink and Green

Heavy Vintage Galicha Kantha Quilt In Pink and Green

Regular price £145.00 GBP
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This large, heavy Galichi kantha quilt was hand crafted many years ago in Bangladesh using layers of vintage sari fabric, with intricate geometric patterns hand sewn with tiny cross stitches. 

An unusual design with a pattern of squares within squares, embroidered in green and white on red coton, with an unusual green reverse that has its own depth of character.

Overall this one is in excellent condition, with hardly any marks or wear and a beautifully detailed reverse. 

SIZE: 200cm x 150cm (79" x 60")

Perfect for a UK double-king bed (US full-Queen) or over a sofa or chair.

Often called a "carpet kantha", Galichi kanthas are a very heavy weight, almost as thick as a flatweave kilim, utterly tactile as well as beautifully detailed with geometric patterns characteristic of Islamic design. Made sometime between 1947 and the 1970's, they have an impressive durable quality, clearly designed to last.

This is a one-off, completely unique design, so when it's gone it's gone! It's a true vintage piece, so expect imperfections, patched details, marks and worn sections that reveal the layers below. We do our best to photograph all the details but remember that you are purchasing a unique, vintage textile piece that has been handmade and used in the past.

Handmade in India

Materials


100% recycled cotton
Kantha quilts have been made for centuries by artisans in rural India. They are handmade from layers of recycled hand printed sarees which are hand stitched together to create a reversible, one of a kind blanket.
Each one is completely unique and they come in different sizes, thicknesses and qualities.
Some are at least a few generations old and show all the signs of being loved in the past, with gives them a unique texture and softness. Others are more recent but in great condition, with fewer signs of use.
We hand select our kantha quilts for their bright colours, versatile sizes and unique patterns, and photograph them in as much detail as possible so that you can see the beautiful features of each one.
We wash them to remove as many marks as possible, and we will sometimes patch over any large holes using offcuts of kantha quilts, using the same technique as the original artisans would have.

Care information


Hand wash cold or gentle machine wash
Line dry or gentle tumble dry low
Do not bleach

Delivery Information

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✔️ Free UK delivery on orders over £30

✔️ Free international delivery on orders over £60

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International delivery times vary by destination. Standard delivery typically takes around 14 working days, while Express delivery usually arrives within 2–4 working days.

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Eco-Friendly

All our textiles are made using natural materials including cotton, linen, bamboo (and occasionally polyester recycled from post-consumer waste). You won't find any fabrics made from raw plastics such as polyester or acrylic, or made using toxic chemical processes such as viscose or acetates. Natural products not only feel better, they are also hypoallergenic, better for you and for the planet.

We send everything using minimal biodegradable plastic bags for protection and recyclable paper packaging.

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