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Tibetan door covers are decorative and
functional and this has earned them a place as a
ubiquitous accessory in almost all-Tibetan homes
and monasteries. Even nomads tending sheep or
yaks in the most remote pastures will very
likely have a cloth curtain something like this
one over the door to their yurt or tent.
The door covers serve to keep dust and insects
out and in cold weather even the light weight
covers make a noticeable difference in
temperature by keeping cold drafts out and
sealing heat in to some degree. They are usually
embellished with some decorative motif.
Sometimes it is a simple geometric pattern,
while other times more elaborate designs -
nearly always pertaining to Tibetan Buddhism are
employed. Door Covers are used on inside doors
as well as those leading outdoors. They make
nice additions to personal shrines at home.
This door cover has the eight auspicious symbols
very skillfully embroidered in bright colors on
the main navy blue colored panel. The top has an
ornamental ruffle to add the final touch to what
we think you'll agree is a very fine example of
this useful traditional item.

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