Gyandum Shawl (Merino Wool + Eri Silk)

The handwoven shawl features the beautiful ‘Tangka Gyandum’ – the circular, central medallion considered an auspicious symbol in Ladakh for happiness and prosperity. It’s commonly found carved in the entrance gates of monasteries and traditional Ladakhi houses. It’s also a common motif in the brocades, with roots in Tibet and China. The central medallion is flanked by two undulating vines bearing flower-like motifs. The motifs are rendered in the extra weft technique, a first-of-its-kind in Ladakh.

The yarns are mill-spun and dyed in Azo-free dyes; sourced from West Bengal (Woolmark Certified factory for Merino wool) and Assam (for Eri silk). The shawl is handwoven by women artisans of Ladakh. Merino wool and Eri silk lend a luxurious fluidity to the shawl.

Composition: 60% Merino Wool, 40% Eri Silk

Size: 82 inches by 37 inches

Care and Maintenance: Dry clean only and warm iron

Colors may vary due to difference in lighting conditions indoors and outdoors during photography.