Antique Indian Kantha Embroidery. Fine small antique Kantha Embroidery coverlet that was may have once been used as a dowry or gift bag but has been opened to form a square coverlet, 12 x 12 inches. The West Bengal region of India is known for its fine Kantha work made from cotton cloth that is quilted and embroidered with cotton thread and running stitch. This is a wonderful and lively late 19th century embroidery in red, dark blue and light blue floss. Stitches are extremely fine and evidence of the skill of the embroidery. The condition is goodexcept for a few tiny pinpoint holes and a small stain new top (see photo).