shawl wrap

Presented by Indonesian artisan Yuni Kristina, this gorgeous silk shawl is hand-stamped using the batik process. The wrap combines saffron, espresso, and cherry-colored traditional motifs on a paprika background. The truntum pattern dominates the shawl, symbolizing unconditional love. The kawung motif is thought to have been designed by the king of Mataram and represents universal good will.

History tells of Ahilya Bai Holkar, the Philosopher Queen renowned for her wisdom and bravery who commanded armies into battle. She once commissioned weavers to design long sarees without floral motifs, as she did not care for them. Weavers drew inspiration from the detailing on the Maheshwar Fort, and wove intricately patterned fabrics that have come to be known as Maheshwari weaves. Indian artisan Rajveer preserves this legendary tradition with this bright yellow shawl, woven on a hand loom with a cotton and silk blend featuring discreet shades of green and rose.

Working on the handloom, Carmen Ruiz weaves an extraordinary Zapotec shawl. Intricate motifs in yellow on a black warp evoke shadows on a sunny afternoon. A voluptuous hand-tied macramé fringe completes this lovely cotton wrap, which takes its colors from natural dyes.

The Peruvian textile arts reach another point of luxurious and radiant beauty with Raquel and Gregor's newest design. The team works on a traditional loom to create this soft scarf, whose yarns of baby alpaca, cotton and rayon allow a comfortable sensation. With yellow as the main color, this fringed piece boasts the sun's luminous grace.

Relive the wonders of the ancestral Inca Empire with a sublime creation crafted by its descendants. Proud of their heritage, Raquel and Gregor work with meticulous artistry in a classic loom, weaving a scarf of intense red and yellow hues. Made from baby alpaca, cotton and rayon threads, the piece boasts a soft sensation and a majestic aura.