Large Cashmere shawl, India or Lyon, 19th century Long rectangular shawl in polychrome cashmere wool weave, decorated with a black starry reserve in the center, flanked on either side by a symmetrical polychrome composition combining architectural arcatures and plant motifs such as cypresses, boteh, foliage, trees of life and foliage scrolls. Surrounded by floral friezes, the two fringed sides are bordered by colorful niches. 157 x 354 cm Small holes. A Large Kashmiri Shawl, India or Lyon, 19th century