KASHMIR ART AND CRAFTS

Kashmiri Shawls have a very important position and these shawls may vary in the quality.The raffle shawls are most cheaper and off-color in texture as compare to the Pashmina shawls. Cost of these shawls depends on the quality of the shawl and the stitch work done on it.The most expensive shawl is Shahtoosh known for the softness, lightness and warmth. But the shawl is no more in trade because of being banned by the Government.various types of embroidery are done on these shawls, the stitch work and sozni work are very common, paper machei work is another type of embroidery done on the panel along the sides of the shawl and sometimes on the entire shawl. Embroidery is usually done with the usage of three colors and some time two colors also work. Aari or Hook work is another type of embroidery work.

The pashmina shawl is woven with an embroidery pattern by using the dyed thread and warp. And artisans very expertly make the unique designs on these shawls illustrating the nature like birds and trees, architectural designs or mythological figures and sometimes embroidery is done in such a way that both the sides of the shawl look same, this is known as Jamawar shawls and ranges in lack of rupees.

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KASHMIR CRAFTS

Kashmiri handicraft is highly appreciated all over the world for its paper machie, wood work, silk ware, jewellery, floor covering,basketry, metal work Clays and ceramics, mat weaving, leathers and furs and stone crafting.Kashmir is famous for its workmanship. Artists of kashmir make different articles made of copperware which consists of earthen pots and samovars.when we are talking about Kashmir, how can we forget about the textile industry which produces Kashmiri shawls,which is well known all over India, also is in great demand in international markets.Kashmir has always been a land of great poets and philosophers but one cannot forget about the great artisans and artists who produce  embroidered shawls, gold ornaments,exquisite carpets.Finely chiseled wood work of walnut and silverware ,garments are made of leather and fur, exquisitely colored and painted papier machie.Kashmir handicraft is not linked to carpets only but there is more in kashmir handicraft industry.

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ABOUT KASHMIR INDUSTRY

Jammu and Kashmir is one of the most beautiful destinations of India. However,there are many things about this beautiful land to talk about such as its charming landscape, its glorious people, and its beautiful art and crafts. Tourism has been one of the most income generating industries in Jammu and Kashmir, which has become slow in the past few years. However, the industry is gaining back its position as more and more local as well as international tourists are gathering here these days. With the growth in tourism, the handicraft industry of Kashmir is also getting boast.

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KASHMIRI SHAWLS

The demand as well as the importance of Kashmiri Shawls in the handicraft market of Jammu and Kashmir is very old. These delicate carpets shawls are soft  and has a great  value in the international market. The task of making of these shawls is not an easy , as it requires a lot of patience and efforts. colorful threads are used for the embroidery purpose and the raw material is hand weaved before using for embroidery.  three fibers, namely, wool, Pashmina and Shahtoosh are used for making shawls and are decorated with different motifs and embroidery. These are rare and unique shawls with distinct charm and attractive designs.

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INTRODUCTION ABOUT KASHMIR CARPETS

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Carpet one of the most expensive and famous art in Kashmiri handicrafts .Zain-ul-abidn introduced the skill of carpet weaving to Kashmir valley.the art came from the Samarkand in central Asia and then later on artisans from Iran modified the art of carpet weaving..

Carpet Making Nowadays

Presently the minimum size of carpet starts from 5’3 and then extends to 6’4 and

so on.There are varieties of carpets, some are made from pure wool and those with

wool have a small percentage of silk or pure silk are used mostly used as

decorative piecesrather than to be used in household normally. If someone

wants to find out how decorative Kashmiri carpets are they should definitely visit

once to Kashmiri restaurants where these carpets are used as decorative pieces

on the wall rather than the painting itself.

Kashmiri carpets are quite expensive because of the hard work artisans they put
in making carpet. The price for a normal four by six foot carpet of a very good
quality falls in the range of few lakhs and if the quality is pure the price can shoot
up as twice the original price. But when buying carpets customer should be aware
of cheap imitations and duplicate knotting that is used in carpet making.

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INTRODUCTION ABOUT KASHMIR HANDICRAFTS

The Handicrafts of Jammu & Kashmir has made its  worldwide fame for their admirable refinement and aesthetic grace. These crafts have great distinction and demand.Kashmir handicraft is not linked to carpets only but there is more in kashmirhandicraft’s industry.

There are nearly 2.50 lacs craftsman that are directly dependent upon handicrafts in the State for their livelihood and there is still great potential
for more employment to be generated in this sector,if markets are expanded and demand is increased. Kashmiri handicraft is highly appreciated all over
 the world for its papier machie, wood work, and much more kashmir is alsoknown for its great philosophers and sufi’s,in brief i can say kashmir is full of varieties.

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