Yak fibre is derived from long-haired bovines, or domesticated yaks, which are primarily found in the Himalayan region and the Tibetan Plateau at elevation of around 15,000 feet, as well as in parts of Central Asia.
Tussar silk is a durable and slightly coarse-textured fibre compared to other silks, characterised by a rich, natural brownish-golden sheen that imparts to it a rustic appeal and authenticity.
Weaving is one of the oldest Himachali tradition, with a history of over thousands of years. And most households in Himachal have a pit loom, with both men and women equally adept at the craft, practicing weaving for both personal and commercial purposes.
Raffal is spun from thick Merino wool with a relatively higher micron value. While it may not be as lightweight and soft as pure Pashmina or Fine Grade Merino wool, it effectively holds warmth and exhibits minimal creasing, making it an excellent option for travel.
Pashmina is the finest and most luxurious wool on the planet. Owing to its exceptional softness, light weight and elegance, it is also referred to as the 'Soft Gold' in Kashmir, India.
One of the oldest folk art traditions of India, practised in Odisha and West Bengal. Pattachitra is a Sanskrit word derived from patta, meaning canvas or cloth or palm leaf; and chitra, meaning picture.
One of the oldest embroidery technique practised in India, mainly in Kashmir and Kutch region in Gujarat. In Kashmir, it is more commonly known as kashidakari or kashmiri zalakdozi...
Batik is an ancient wax-resist dyeing technique, with a history of thousands of years.On October 2, 2009, UNESCO officially recognized the batik as a 'Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity' from Indonesia.
Originally painted as 'wall murals' also called as ikonsinspired by the deep-rooted religious beliefs of the Saura tribe, which is one of the ancient tribes of India.
Durante siglos, Pattachitra ha representado creencias y rituales religiosos. Pero hoy en día, el estilo Pattachitra de pintar a mano también es parte del arte de la decoración del hogar. Conoce la historia del Arte centenario de Orissa.
La seda es un símbolo de elegancia audaz y pasión por la moda. El atuendo moderno de seda se destaca entre la multitud. La seda es también el lienzo elegido para la artesanía y las formas de arte decorativas. Conoce el Origen de la Seda y su Evolución.
