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Large Burmese Kalaga Embroidery (Shwe Gyi Do) - Large Burmese Kalaga Embroidery (Shwe Gyi Do) Burma, probably 19th century. Decorative wall hanging, finely crafted appliqué and embroidery work of silk and cotton on a flannel ground. Richly decorated with gold-colored thread, embroidered gold sequins, and glass beads. With 6 metal rings for hanging. Dimensions: approx. 253 × 96 cm. Condition: Clear signs of age and wear, soiled in places. 1 metal ring is loose. Kalaga embroidery is a traditional Burmese textile art in which colorful fabric appliqués, beads, and metal threads are worked onto velvet or cotton to create three-dimensional, richly decorated wall hangings. Scenes from mythology and court culture, executed with elaborate handwork, are typical.