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Traditional Techniques
A visual encyclopedia of the highly specialized skills that define Kashmiri craftsmanship.
Woodwork
Undercut Relief (Vatta Chikan)
Carving multiple layers of depth into a single block of wood without breaking the grain.
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Weaving
Talim Reading (Kani Weaving)
Deciphering the coded shorthand script that dictates the exact color pattern of a shawl.
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Papier-Mâché
Papier-Mâché Sakhta Making
Pounding waste paper and rice glue into a highly durable mold.
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Embroidery
Sozni Double Stitch
A microscopic stitch that creates identical patterns on both sides of a Pashmina.
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Metalwork
Copper Engraving (Naqash)
Hammering and chiseling intricate floral motifs into oxidized copper.
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Textiles
Namda Felting
Friction-pressing raw wool fibers into a dense, un-woven rug.
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