Malak Pillow in Burnt Orange Tables-Storage light bites

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The hole in the middle is for placing a stick incense

yet inside each sculpture is a small ceramic bead

Contrary to popular belief this is not an exfoliating soap

This simple plate is carved with grooves along its edge and decorated with white slip

Malak Pillow in Burnt Orange Tables-Storage light bitesEach craftswoman takes liberties to augment the traditional design with idiosyncratic color choices as they embroider the pillows by hand over several weeks. The results are unique pillows that reflect the personality of the hands that made them. Plain, dyed linen is sewn on the opposite side and includes a feather down insert.