kurta (Blouse)

About this object

History of use

Worn by Muslim women.

Physical description

Sleeveless purple blouse with embroidery in fine satin-stitch. The blouse has a v-neck with thin tie. On the front and back is a pink floral motif on purple ground. Around the neck, shoulders and bottom hem are thick embroidered bands with floral and bird motifs in pink, blue and orange on purple ground. The inside is unlined.