Authentic Handwoven Thai Silk Shawl / Scarf

Approx. 78” x 27” not including the black fringe   This beautiful, authentic Brocaded Thai silk is a weave that gives the fabric an embossed or raised quality. The fabric is not at all smooth, but is raised in a manner that creates a pattern in and of itself. Weaving brocaded silk requires the most expertise and patience of all the various silk weaves.  A “sarong bolt” ,1 1/2 meters or 4' 11, of quality brocaded Thai silk may take a weaver up to a month to produce.   This shawl, meticulously handmade by weavers in Thailand. This piece features a striking striped layout with traditional geometric diamond-brocade bands in rich earthy tones of olive green, warm bronze-gold, orange, and black.Because this is 100% authentic, hand-reeled Thai silk, the fabric possesses a wonderfully unique, raw texture filled with natural slubs (tiny knots) that reflect light at different angles, creating a stunning iridescent shimmer. Finished with a clean, hand-twisted black fringe.  Very beautiful classic Thai silk from the Issan region of Thailand.  Approximately 27 inches by 71 inches plus fringes. (68 by 180 centimeters)  Great used condition