Afghan Tribal Hand-Beaded Large Panel - One of a Kind

Colorfully handcrafted Afghan Kuchi beaded double-panel for use in belts, clothing, and wall hangings. Intricately detailed with a soft cotton back.

The designs of stylized birds, rams horns, and upside-down triangles are intended to protect the wearer from harm.

Two rows of elaborately bead-framed mirrors (phuls) move freely to catch the light, serving double-duty by scaring away demons. 

Panels like this were often made by several different people...with one person beading the main design, another specializing in the mirrored phuls, and a third creating the rows of beaded fringe. Beautifully handmade Afghan Kuchi Beaded Embroidery Double-Panel.

Measurements:
     Size =  13 inches wide x 9-3/4 inches long (1 inch = 2.54 cm)
     Weight = 17.3 oz
     Material = Glass beads; Cotton; Mirrors; Silk threads