Ahir Hand embroidered wall hanging, Chakla, Kutch (Gujarat) -272

 Product Description:

Square wall hangings hand made in Ahir work which is also used as table cloths or ceremonial clothes is locally known as ‘chakla’. ‘Chakla’ means a piece or item that has four angles.

Ahir, the cowherd community inhabiting Gujarat are considered to be the descendants of Lord Krishna who migrated from Gokul Mathura and settled mostly in Kutch and Saurashtra practicing this art form. The needlework designs are usually free-flowing, containing smooth curves, and ornately endowed circles following one another in a rhythmic row of embroidered patterns.

This particular chakla has a mandala at the center with angular patterns and mirrors while the border has floral patterns.

Size: 64 X 62 CM

Art: Ahir 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.