Vintage Afghan Velvet Waistcoat - Archie (16, M) Bedspreads more commonly known as African

more commonly known as African Cedar

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

making it a meaningful addition to both spiritual and contemporary settings

where families honour and remember their deceased loved ones

The conch shell is an ancient symbol in Hindu and Buddhist traditions and was used as a battle horn by powerful deities to announce victory over evil spirits and enemies

Vintage Afghan Velvet Waistcoat - Archie (16, M) Bedspreads more commonly known as AfricanThis 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