Wedding tunic c. 20th century

This brightly colored tunic, dating from the 20th century, is a fine example of traditional Pakistani textile artistry. The anonymous artist utilized intricate embroidery, utilizing a variety of stitches, colors, and materials to create a geometric pattern of circles, triangles, and squares. The tunic’s vibrant hues of orange, green, pink, and purple are further enhanced by the addition of tiny silver beads. This garment is a testament to the beauty and skill of traditional Pakistani textile art.