Khaat (Swing)

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

This khaat is located in the living area of a residence. It is laid with a cushioned seat and two bolsters. The seat is covered with a frilled fabric. It is suspended using brass chains decorated with human figures, elephants and horses.

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Title: Khaat (Swing)
Location: Nageshri, 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: Metal (Brass, Iron), Wood, Textile
Wood Craft Technique: Joinery
Region: Saurashtra
Metal Craft Technique: Casting, Fittings

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