Editorial Series

Deep-dive, multi-part investigative journalism and historical essays written by KHCRF scholars and guest historians.

Conservation Series

The Dying Arts

A multi-part investigation into the crafts that are currently on the verge of extinction, exploring economic pressures and lack of raw materials.

3 Parts Published

Articles in this series:

Part 1: The Last Waguv Weavers Part 2: Glazed Pottery of Dal Lake Part 3: Pinjrakari: The Lost Geometry
Social History Series

Women in Craft

Historically relegated to the unseen steps of production (spinning, sorting, washing), this series brings the female artisans of Kashmir to the forefront.

3 Parts Published

Articles in this series:

Part 1: The Spinners of Eidgah Part 2: The Silent Needle: Sozni's Unsung Heroes Part 3: Breaking the Loom Barrier
History Series

The Silk Road Connection

Tracing the direct stylistic and technical lineages between modern Kashmiri crafts and the courts of Persia and Central Asia.

3 Parts Published

Articles in this series:

Part 1: The Persian Knot Part 2: Samarkand to Srinagar Part 3: The Evolution of the Paisley (Badam)