This Indian Shamiyana tent would be used as tent walls wrapping around wooden or metal poles, they would be used for weddings, gatherings and celebrations.
These tents draw inspiration from Mughal-era traditions, where they served as lavish "shelters for important events" or mobile palaces for emperors.
2 mirrored mandala motifs, the full piece could not be photographed due to it’s length.
Made of thick canvas and cotton.
Many holes and marks due to use and age.
C.1990’s
190×410cm
This Indian Shamiyana tent would be used as tent walls wrapping around wooden or metal poles, they would be used for weddings, gatherings and celebrations.
These tents draw inspiration from Mughal-era traditions, where they served as lavish "shelters for important events" or mobile palaces for emperors.
2 mirrored mandala motifs, the full piece could not be photographed due to it’s length.
Made of thick canvas and cotton.
Many holes and marks due to use and age.
C.1990’s
190×410cm
