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.
