Head Shawl (Phulkari)

Cleveland Museum of Art

Red and cream-colored textile with diamond-shaped pattern, bordered by orange sections with geometric designs, titled "Head Shawl (Phulkari)" by an unknown artist. The textile features a cream background with a repeating diamond-shaped pattern in red. The diamonds are arranged in rows, with each diamond connected to the others. The border on the left and right sides is orange with geometric designs. The top and bottom edges of the textile are also orange. The orange sections have a repeating pattern of shapes resembling arches or half-moons. The overall design is intricate and symmetrical. The colors used are red, cream, and orange. The textile appears to be a traditional or cultural piece, specifically a Phulkari, which is a type of embroidery originating from the Punjab region of India and Pakistan.