Hindolo (Swing)

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

One of the finer examples, this hindolo bears intricately carved back and armrests. It is suspended by decorative brass chains comprising of ornaments such as horses, elephants, and peacocks.

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Title: Hindolo (Swing)
Location: Katar, Amreli, Gujarat
Type: Aasan (Seating)
Contributor: Mitraja Bais, Jay Thakkar, Samrudha Dixit, Ben Cartwright and Mansi S Rao
Rights: Design Innovation and Craft Resource Centre, CEPT University and South Asian Decorative Arts and Crafts Collection (SADACC) Trust
Medium: Wood, Metal, Earth (Ceramic), Textile
Wood Craft Technique: Carving, Fretwork, Joinery
Region: Saurashtra
Metal Craft Technique: Casting, Fittings
Earth Craft Technique: Tile work

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