Shawl (doshalla) c. 18th century

textile, wool

tribal design

natural stone pattern

textile

wool

geometric pattern

hand-embroidered

organic pattern

fabric design

repetition of pattern

pattern repetition

imprinted textile

layered pattern

This 18th-century shawl, made by an anonymous artist, is a prime example of paisley design. The shawl, which is currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, features a repeating motif of teardrop-shaped designs in various shades of red, blue, and beige. The shawl showcases the intricate patterns and craftsmanship of textile production during this period.