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In contrast to the previous examples, this cradle was a frugal example in which the jholiya was made using a simple woven jute fabric. This cradle was called as a hindo specifically in this residence. This could be a linguistic influence from the bordering Gujarat State where hindo or hindolo refer to swings.

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  • Title: Hindo (Cradle)
  • Location: Sodiyaar, Barmer, Rajasthan
  • Type: Manch (Sleeping)
  • Contributor: Mansi S Rao, Ben Cartwright and Samrudha Dixit
  • Rights: Design Innovation and Craft Resource Centre, CEPT University and South Asian Decorative Arts and Crafts Collection (SADACC) Trust
  • Medium: Grass (Jute), Wood
  • Wood Craft Technique: Joinery
  • Region: Marwar
  • Grass Craft Technique: Weaving
Design Innovation and Craft Resource Centre, CEPT University

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