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The webbing of manja is often protected by covering it with a fabric, as seen in this example. This prevents it from getting soiled and the ropes from wearing out with use. This manja was recorded at a residence which had a setup depicting traditional life in Punjab.
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- Title: Manja (Charpoy)
- Location: Jida, Bathinda, Punjab
- Type: Manch (Sleeping)
- Contributor: Rishav Jain, Mansi S Rao, Ben Cartwright and Abhishek Ruikar
- Rights: Design Innovation and Craft Resource Centre, CEPT University and South Asian Decorative Arts and Crafts Collection (SADACC) Trust
- Medium: Cotton (Rope), Wood
- Wood Craft Technique: Joinery, Painting, Turning
- Region: Malwa
- Cotton Rope Technique: Weaving
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