Chhavla (Winnower)

Design Innovation and Craft Resource Centre, CEPT University
Ahmedabad, India

The edges of this chhavla were covered with leather that allows for a comfortable and smooth grip. It also protects the plant stems from termites and other pests. Typically, chhavla were stored by hanging them on a khuti (wall peg).

Details

Title: Chhavla (Winnower)
Location: Dangawas, Nagaur, Rajasthan
Type: Vastu (Object)
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 (Straw), Leather
Region: Merwara

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