Ahir Bharat is a style of needlework practised by the women of the Ahir community. It is characterised by ornate geometric patterns (primarily circles) and accentuated with a plethora of abhla (mirrors).
A tending cattle clan of Saurashtra, their dowry traditions involve intricate embroidery pieces. The women work on these embroidered pieces for years which signify their marital status and community belonging.
Bharat Kaam – Ahir embroidery of Gujarat is a rhythmic row of embroidered patterns and circular mirrors encircled with stitches enriching the fabric. The bright coloured threads and glittering pieces of mirrors embellishing the fabric add a feeling of grandeur to the design.
A souvenir of Gujarat and India, place these embroidery art pieces on your desk or let them adorn your walls.
The Bharat Kaam – Ahir Embroidery of Saurashtra is a handicraft and textile signature art tradition of the pastoral community of Saurashtra, Gujarat. The Ahir Embroidery, with its rich designs, has made a notable contribution to the embroidery tradition of India.
Ahir embroidery is primarily bold, and its motifs are geometric shapes, floral patterns, animals and birds.
Inspired by the stone-carved motifs of Ahmedabad Heritage Structures, this heritage-inspired embroidery coaster is a timeless souvenir of Ahmedabad and India. Resembling the traditional rangoli art patterns, this embroidery coaster is an amalgamation of cultural and traditional values of Ahmedabad with ancient thread art.
Inspired by the stone-carved motifs of Ahmedabad Heritage Structures, this heritage-inspired embroidery coaster represents the sacred geometrical motifs carved in stone. Captured through the timeless art of needle and thread, the sacredness is forever stitched in time.
Inspired by the stone-carved motifs of Ahmedabad Heritage Structures, this free-flowing embroidery coaster is intricate handwork using needle and thread. The vibrant threadwork captures even the minor details of the motif.
Take home a timeless piece of Indian Heritage and Art and let it adorn your desks and tables. The Free Flowing Embroidery Coaster is inspired by the stone-carved patterns of Ahmedabad Heritage Structures. The embroidery artwork has a 0.5″ wooden frame.
Organizer Baskets are often overlooked as a statement décor piece. These versatile cylindrical basket designs will upscale any corner of your home. Made with banana fibres by the artisans of Tamil Nadu, these baskets are 100% environment-friendly and sustainable.
All baskets are made from natural fibres and raw materials, and hence design variation may occur.
The Bharat Kaam – Ahir Embroidery of Saurashtra is a handicraft and textile signature art tradition of the pastoral community of Saurashtra, Gujarat. The Ahir Embroidery, with its rich designs, has made a notable contribution to the embroidery tradition of India.
Ahir embroidery is primarily bold, and its motifs are geometric shapes, floral patterns, animals and birds.
Inspired by the stone carved motifs of Ahmedabad Heritage Structures, this timeless heritage souvenir is an amalgamation of the cultural history of Ahmedabad and the traditional threadwork art of antiquity.
With our embroidery frames, appreciate the traditional art of needle and thread and add an aesthetic touch to your home! Available in multiple heritage-inspired designs.
This classic tote bag is handwoven using kauna grass which is grown along with paddy crops in Manipur. These water reeds are naturally dried and then weaved into bags, baskets, mats and cushions.
All totes are hand woven, so design variations may occur.
Stylish basket for your wardrobe organizer, desk organizer, kitchen organizer, bathroom organizer, toy storage and much more. Made from natural fibre and raw materials, the primary one being banana leaves, these rectangular baskets are super sturdy, spacious and watertight with a classy look.
All baskets are handcrafted, so design variations may occur.
• Artwork Style: Embroidery
• Material: Threadwork, free flowing hand-guided embroidery
• Size: 10″” x 10″”
• Frame: PVC in brown shade
• Disclaimer: This product is 100% handmade. In handmade products, slight imperfections are normal, and the final product colour may vary slightly.
Lippan’ means ‘clay’ or ‘dung’ in local Gujarati, whereas ‘kaam’ means ‘work’. Lippan Kaam is a mud relief art form which incorporates mirrors. Traditionally used to decorate the interior and exterior walls of bhungas of Kutch, this art form has evolved over the decades.
The motifs and designs used in Lippan Kaam are inspired by everyday life. Lippan Kaam also uses repetitive geometrical motifs reflecting the tradition’s simplicity.
Rogan means ‘oil’ in persian; the paint is made from castor oil. The Rogan art is believed to be originated some 300 years ago in Persia. The art form began fading when it crossed borders. The Khatri family in Nirona, Gujarat, are the last custodians of this dying art form.
Rogan is 100% a product of the artist’s imagination. There is no tracing, no design to refer to. This art form uses natural colour extracts mixed with castor oil to develop oil-based paints.
The Patan Patola Motif Coaster is inspired by one of the stone-carved motifs at Rani ki Vav. This beautiful embroidery design is on off-white cotton fabric with vibrant threadwork and a 0.5″” wooden frame.
Derived from the Sanskrit word ‘Pattakulla’, Patola is a double ikat weave that originated in the 11th century in the town of Patan, Gujarat, under the reign of King Kumarpal. The symmetrical designs of Patola are inspired by stone carved motifs found at the Rani-ki-Vav in Patan.
A Perfect Souvenir of India. Gift it to your loved ones and contribute to our mission of keeping this dying art alive.
Pattachitra, derived from the Sanskrit language, combines two words, ‘Patta’ meaning cloth, and ‘chitra’ stand for painting. These fine line paintings of gods and goddesses were done on cotton and silk with colours available in nature.
Hand-painted on cotton canvas using natural dyes, this artwork narrates the stories of Lord Jagganath and the dashavatars.
• Artwork Style: Radha Krishna Pattachitra Block Print on Bhagalpuri Silk – The Pride of Odisha
• Material: Hand block printed Bhagalpuri Silk
• Size: Large
• Frame: PVC (Brown)
Disclaimer: This product is 100% handmade. In handmade products, slight imperfections are normal, and the final product colour may vary slightly.