Sash 1930

This 'Sash', woven anonymously, presents us with striking horizontal bands of color, punctuated by tassels that dangle like potent charms. The horizontal motif, echoed in countless textiles across cultures, speaks to a primal ordering of space, reminiscent of the horizon line that has oriented humanity since time immemorial. These aren’t just lines; they're echoes of boundaries, borders, and the cyclical nature of time itself, from the woven wrappings of Egyptian mummies to the simple stripes on a Roman toga. But consider the tassels, too, as they swing and sway. We can find these ornamental details in ceremonial garments from ancient Babylon to Renaissance Europe. These are not mere decorations; they are charged with symbolism, representing power, status, and even magical protection, their vibrant colors intended to ward off the evil eye, a motif as old as civilization itself. Like echoes in a grand hall, symbols reverberate, evolve, and find new life across cultures.