Hand-Painted Square Silk Scarf: "Tree of Love" - Woodland theme, Purple and Magenta Tree of Life with Heart, Pomegranates & Copper shops Detailing

This is a hand-painted, Tree of Life themed silk scarf created by Israeli-born artist Gilat Ben-Dor. It is made of 100% habotai silk, measuring approximately 21.5x21.5” square. This delicate scarf depicts a robust Tree of Life, dense with branches, leaves and a deep, magenta-red heart at its core. Below is a branch of leaves flanked by two ripe pomegranates. The tree and its leaves are outlined using a copper silk-resist, and clear silk-resist in the pomegranate branches, using the traditional Serti technique.

“The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.” -John Muir

Through an intricate, 15-step process, Gilat uses only non-toxic dyes and materials to create unique works of silk art. Every piece is signed by the artist ("Gilat Ben-Dor").

PRODUCT FEATURES:

- 100% pure habotai silk
- Unique design by artist Gilat Ben-Dor
- Hand-painted by the artist only
- 15-step creation process
- Only non-toxic dyes and resists used
- Hand-rolled, finished edges
- Versatile size, 21.5"x21.5" square
- Alternative uses: Table accent, bread cover, etc.
-Easy hand-wash and ironing care (see details below)
-Complimentary fabric gift pouch for silk safekeeping

ALTERNATE USES: Gilat's square silk scarves can also be used as beautiful challah (bread) covers, as delicate table coverings for small foyer tables, or as a centerpiece in the center of a larger table.

**PLEASE NOTE: This item is made to order. While Gilat will re-create the general color and design of your piece, no two pieces will be exactly the same. Enjoy the unique character of your individual item. Artistic variance is considered a good thing when purchasing pieces made by an artist's hand!

PACKAGING: Each of your original Gilat Silk Art creations (size permitting) will arrive delicately folded into an elegant, fabric "envelope" pouch that adds to the beauty of your piece - and makes a perfect gift presentation, too! (NOTE: Fabric pouch colors may vary). Information about the artist and GilatSilkArt will also be enclosed.

SILK CARE: Silk is a durable, natural fabric but also requires quick but delicate care when cleaning: Gilat recommends washing your silk piece BY HAND in cool shops to lukewarm water & a little liquid soap, then rinsing, and air-drying FLAT (on a towel), away from direct sun or heat.

IRONING: Use the silk setting on your iron, iron inside-out and keep the iron moving every 3-4 seconds from each spot, or your best judgment. GilatSilkArt is not responsible for silk damage resulting from user care, ironing or 3rd party cleaning/care (i.e., dry cleaners).

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**All designs shown remain the exclusive copyright of Gilat Ben-Dor and may not be reproduced without Gilat's express written permission.**

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