1. Pashmina Handloom
A traditional wooden handloom used for weaving the world-renowned Pashmina shawls. The weaver is seen carefully working the shuttle through the fine wool threads.
2. Kani Shawl Weaving
A craftsman is seen weaving a Kani shawl, a process that uses small wooden sticks called ‘kanis’ instead of a shuttle to create intricate patterns.
1. Pashmina Handloom
A traditional wooden handloom used for weaving the world-renowned Pashmina shawls. The weaver is seen carefully working the shuttle through the fine wool threads
2. Kani Shawl Weaving
A craftsman is seen weaving a Kani shawl, a process that uses small wooden sticks called ‘kanis’ instead of a shuttle to create intricate patterns.
3. Carpet (Qaleen) Weaving Loom
A large, vertical loom used for weaving traditional Kashmiri carpets (Qaleen). Multiple weavers work simultaneously, knotting colorful threads to create complex designs.
4. Papier-Mâché
A still life of various papier-mâché objects, including boxes, coasters, and a vase. These items are meticulously painted with vibrant floral and bird motifs, a hallmark of Kashmiri craftsmanship.
5. Walnut Wood Carving
A craftsman is depicted carving a detailed floral pattern on a panel of walnut wood using small chisels and a mallet. The rich texture of the wood is apparent.
4. Papier-Mâché
A still life of various papier-mâché objects, including boxes, coasters, and a vase. These items are meticulously painted with vibrant floral and bird motifs, a hallmark of Kashmiri craftsmanship.
5. Walnut Wood Carving
A craftsman is depicted carving a detailed floral pattern on a panel of walnut wood using small chisels and a mallet. The rich texture of the wood is apparent.
6.Copperware (Tramis)
A coppersmith is shown hammering a large copper utensil, known as a Trami, in a traditional workshop. The glowing metal and the action of the hammer are central to the image.
7. Crewel Embroidery
A close-up view of a woman’s hands performing crewel embroidery on a fabric. She uses a traditional hooked needle called an ‘aari’ to create a vibrant floral design with thick wool threads.
8. Willow Wicker (Kangri) Weaving
A craftsman is shown weaving a Kangri, a traditional Kashmiri fire-pot. He is using thin willow branches to weave the outer basket around a small earthen pot.
7. Crewel Embroidery
A close-up view of a woman’s hands performing crewel embroidery on a fabric. She uses a traditional hooked needle called an ‘aari’ to create a vibrant floral design with thick wool threads.
8. Willow Wicker (Kangri) Weaving
A craftsman is shown weaving a Kangri, a traditional Kashmiri fire-pot. He is using thin willow branches to weave the outer basket around a small earthen pot.
9. Sozni Embroidery
A close-up on a craftsman’s hand performing Sozni embroidery. This incredibly fine needlework is used to create delicate, detailed patterns like the paisley motif shown on a pashmina shawl.
10. Tilla Embroidery
A close-up view of a craftsman’s hands performing Tilla embroidery on a rich velvet fabric. This technique uses gold or silver thread to create luxurious and ornamental designs.
10. Tilla Embroidery
A close-up view of a craftsman’s hands performing Tilla embroidery on a rich velvet fabric. This technique uses gold or silver thread to create luxurious and ornamental designs.
