Rug made of wool decorated cloth with central seam. Edges decorated with running svastika pattern, an ancient symbol of good fortune in Buddhist, Hindu, and Jain cultures. Acquired by the British Museum from Anthony Aris, brother of renowned Bhutan scholar Michael Aris.
Usa Valley, Bhutan, Asia, 20th Century.
Wool, 163 cm x 110 cm.
The British Museum of Art.
Purchased from Anthony Aris, 1983.
Copyright ©2016 by The British Museum, London, UK. All rights reserved.
Made in the USA.
CoasterRug® dimensions - approximate finished size: 3.5" x 5.5" (including fringe) and .15748" thick.
UPC 680638502284
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