Vintage Afghan Velvet Waistcoat - Archie (16, M) Bedspreads now lovingly hand-painted in vivid

now lovingly hand-painted in vivid detail

these rugged Ali Baba trousers have a distinctive patchwork and block print style

Each of the thangkas has been carefully crafted by skilled artisans and they feature ornate frames and traditional Tibetan colours

and they open to an intricate nativity scene in equally vibrant colours

Vintage Afghan Velvet Waistcoat - Archie (16, M) Bedspreads now lovingly hand-painted in vividThis style of waistcoat is associated with the nomadic Kuchi and Pashtun people of Afghanistan and were worn by everyone regardless of wealth, and depending on the design and fabrics, they were worn as anything from everyday wear to wedding attire. However, during the 1960's, and 70's when Afghanistan was a popular place on the "Hippy Trail" westerners adapted the traditional dresses of the area to suit the hippy image, which mixed embroideries and