Bold, balanced and quietly dramatic, this cotton bedspread and wall hanging gives a room an instant centre point. The black and white yin yang sits within a detailed mandala-style field, so it feels graphic from a distance and intricate up close. Use it across a double bed, draped over a sofa, or as textile wall art when a plain wall needs more presence.
Black and white symbolism, made for a room
The central yin yang brings a clear sense of contrast, with black and white held in a single circular form.
The surrounding mandala-style pattern softens the bold centre with layers of petals, curves and fine linework.
The grey patterned border gives the design space to breathe, rather than letting the motif feel too stark.
As a bedspread, it changes the mood of a room without adding heavy colour.
As a wall hanging, it works like a large textile artwork, especially above a bed, sofa or meditation corner.
Cotton, print and handmade character
Made from cotton and hand printed in India, this piece has the easy drape of a fabric textile rather than the stiffness of a framed print. Small variations or slight imperfections can appear in the print, which is part of its handmade nature.
How to style it at home
Lay it flat over a double bed for a graphic monochrome look, or fold it at the foot of the bed for a softer layer. On a wall, use gentle textile clips, a poster hanger or a rod-style display method, rather than fixing through the cotton itself.
It also works well as a sofa throw or a temporary backdrop, especially in smaller homes where one piece needs to serve more than one purpose.
Care for printed cotton
Printed cotton textiles are usually best washed gently in cool water with a mild detergent. Avoid wringing or tumble drying, and dry flat or in the shade where possible. If ironing is needed, iron the printed side on the reverse at a moderate setting.
The meaning behind the motif
The yin yang symbol comes from Chinese philosophy, where it represent…
region of manufacture: India