1970s Original Vintage Indian Silk Patchwork Skirt

Original late 1970s to early 1980s Indian silk patchwork skirt. These were brought back by wealthy bohemian travellers from India in the late 60s and early 70s. This particular skirt has an excellent kaleidoscope of different prints; some are hand screen printed; others floral and we have spotted some good jacquard examples. There are very few repeat prints in the skirt - we just note the yellow paisley and the red geometric design otherwise every piece of silk features beautiful jewel toned shades of deep red, rust orange, mustard, greens and light blue. The skirt is bias cut and ankle length with a cotton elasticated waistband. Lined in a very bright pink muslin for comfort; it fastens to the side with a zip and a wooden button with a muslin loop.

These patchwork skirts were clearly made by home-crafting artisans and true vintage versions are often found worn to death but this is quite a rare survivor in excellent vintage condition. It is not labelled but is absolutely from the period and not a reproduction piece. A best fit for up to a UK 10-12 or US 6-8 and sizes smaller.

MEASUREMENTS
Waist - 29 in. (73.7 cm)
Hip - 38 in. (96.5 cm)
Length - 34.5 in. (87.6 cm)