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Durrie weaving loom
2020
Banglanatak
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
The loom used for Durrie weaving is handmade by the artisans themselves and what sets this apart from other looms is its horizontal nature. The looms are set in the yards of the artisans' home. Colourful and vibrant threads are used to bring the designs to life on a Durrie.
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- Title: Durrie weaving loom
- Date Created: 2020
- Location: Salawas, Jodhpur
- Rights: banglanatk.com
- About the craft: Durries are unique homespun rugs hand-woven with strong and thick yarns for everyday use. This Indian version of carpets can be found in the village of Salawas where it is called Panja Durrie. The rug has its own utility and charm. Traditionally Durrie was made of camel hair and sheep wool, but now they are made with wool and cotton. In old days durries were called ‘Jhat ka Ganda’ and were used on camel back and exported to the Middle Eastern Countries to douse fire in oil wells.
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