CLASSIFICATION: Cultural Textile Architecture (Rare Quilted Double-Weave) CONSTRUCTION: Handwoven Double-Weave, Hand-Stuffed Quilting PROVENANCE: Gujarat, India MATERIAL: 100% Cotton (Face and Batting) ROLE: Permanent Historical and Textural Comfort
This blanket is an acquisition of an endangered textile art form. The material is meticulously crafted using a handwoven double-weave technique, a specialized style that originated in Gujarat, India, dating back to the 1860s.
The unique quilting effect is achieved by hand-stuffing each woven square with cotton batting as it is woven. This time-intensive process creates a plush, textured surface perfect for a sofa throw.
Crucially, this intricate, two-layered weaving and quilting technique is now preserved by only three families in India, making this blanket a genuinely rare cultural asset.
The Curator's Notes
Historical Rarity: The specialized weaving and quilting technique dates to the 1860s, and its production is limited to just three families, granting this piece significant historical and artisanal value.
Dimensional Utility: The standard size is ideal for a sofa throw blanket.
Custom Ordering Protocol: Larger sizes are available upon request; made-to-order sizes require an 8–12 week arrival period.
Material Fidelity: Constructed from 100% cotton (both face and batting), the blanket ensures natural breathability, soft texture, and enduring quality.
