Embroidery of Kutch*- From Gujarat
Kutch in Gujarat is easily the hot bed of some of the finest and exquisite embroideries in the world with a variety of distinctive styles and techniques such as the Rabari, Ahir, Sindhi, Sakri, Bakhiya, Bavariyo, Ganth, Tako, Paako, Neran, Banni, Mutwa, Ari, Abhla. Some of these are unique to the various tribes and communities that inhabit this arid region.
Embroidery was predominantly done by women buy for their trousseau or a second income with some styles including mirror or beat inlay.
Kutch was once a part of the trade route between Central Asia and the Far East and the influence of the exposure to the outside world can be seen in the embroidery as well such as Baluch or Sindhi embroidery.
*Information gathered from public sources
Product code: Kutch Embroidery buy from Gujarat, India