Eight Auspicious Tibetan Buddhist Symbols - The Endless Knot
Dry clean only. Store folded in a soft muslin pouch away from direct sunlight to keep the sheen alive.
Description
Pure Silk Handloom Brocade<br>Weaver - Kasim Family of Banaras. 6.0 in x 6.0 in
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Behind this piece
The Endless Knot, one of the eight auspicious symbols of Tibetan Buddhism, speaks of the interweaving of wisdom and compassion, of cause and effect without beginning or end. Here, that philosophy finds its material form in pure silk brocade, woven on a handloom in Banaras by the Kasim family, whose fingers have navigated the pit-loom's complex heddles across generations. Varanasi's brocade tradition draws on centuries of Mughal patronage and later, living dialogue with Buddhist iconography carried along the old trade corridors between India and Tibet. Every thread carries that quiet weight.
How to style
Drape this piece as a wall hanging above a meditation corner or a low altar table, where its gold-toned silk will catch candlelight softly. For a more wearable engagement, use it as an oblong stole over a plain ivory or deep burgundy kurta at a puja, a Buddhist ceremony, or a contemplative gathering. Pair with unpolished silver jewellery, specifically chunky Tibetan-influenced rings or a simple oxidised pendant, and flat Kolhapuri sandals. The restrained palette of the weave will do all the speaking; your accessories need only listen.
Fabric & care
Pure silk brocade is woven with a raised supplementary weft, and that surface texture demands respect. Dry-clean only; never machine-wash or soak. If a light refresh is needed, air the piece in cool, indirect shade. Do not wring, peg, or iron directly on the brocaded face. When storing, fold along the natural grain of the weave, interleave with acid-free tissue, and keep inside a breathable cotton muslin bag, away from humidity and direct sunlight. Avoid contact with perfume or hairspray. Stored with care, the silk will retain its lustre for decades.
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