Rabari Hand embroidered, Blouse, Kapdu, Kutch (Gujarat) -941

 Product Description:

A long blouse handmade in Rabari embroidery is a part of clothing used to cover the upper body. It is worn with Ghagra (skirt) and Dupatta (veil) and has a hook at the back near the neck and string to tie near the midriff. The size and style may vary as per the community or caste.

The nomadic pastoral community of Kutch Rabaris started doing embroidery in their free time. Their major inspiration for motifs and designs was nature and their surroundings which symbolize their wandering lives. Their embroidery has heavy embellishments which consist of shapes like square, triangle, diamond, and circle along with floral patterns. It has additional embellishments like mirrors of different shapes and embroidery in white and orange giving it a bright yet calming appearance.

Size: 102 X 51 CM

Art: Rabari embroidery

Color: Multicolored

Care: Do not wash or dry clean. Do not wipe with a wet cloth. Shake to remove any dust.

Quality Assessment:  The piece is in good condition and there are no damages on the embroidered part or any other area.