A Pabuji Ki Phad Painting On Cotton - Late 19th Century Daybeds Condition: Good antique condition with

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and surface paint loss consistent with use

Its simple circular form makes it an incredibly versatile piece

This ensured subtle variations and character in each piece

slender seat rests on splayed legs

A Pabuji Ki Phad Painting On Cotton - Late 19th Century Daybeds Condition: Good antique condition withThis dramatic textile painting is exclusively found in Western Rajasthan. The style of work is called Phad Chitra and it is a religious depiction of folk deities Pabuji and Devnarayan that can run up to 30 feet in length. These textiles were used for a musical rendition by the Bhopas of Pabusar (bards and priests) singing from a 4000 verse poem. They are also called kavya (bard) cloths These phad are one of the few remnants of an ancient traditional