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Gotta embroidery is a style of metal embroidery which uses metal embroidery and using applique techniques the embroidery patterns are elaborate. The Jaipur, Ajmer, Bikaner, Udaipur, and Kota are famous for their unique style of Gotta work. History   The Gotta patti work is also known as "Lappe Ka Kamm or gotta kinari work”. Art is a well-known and superior art form in India. The splendid art originated in Rajasthan and spread over the nawab territories of the country. Authentic gotta Patty is made from gold and silver during the royal period and this was out of reach for the common people.  The history of art dates back to the time of the emperor Humayun and with them, Persian artwork introduces to India. Rajputs were fascinated with art and the invention of new art forms exist with the merger of two incredible cultures. Art is our pride and heritage which enrich our roots that enhance the craftsmen present centuries ago but still show their presence in...

One of the oldest and most famous forms of Indian embroidery from West Bengal and Orissa. Rural women practice this embroidery and pass it on to generations and it is also a common dowry tradition. These women not only embroidered the Kantha work on appeals but in décor also. The best thing about Kantha is that it didn’t need any additional ornamentation to make it look amazing and the reason it can be used in different forms and for various purposes. History Searching history first story believed that the earliest written record is earlier than 500 years ago. The poet krishnadas kaviraj wrote in his book Sri Sri Chaitanya Charitamrita how Chaitanya’s mother sent a homemade Kantha to her son in Puri. Kantha had quiet beginnings in the rural setting of Bengal and almost vanished in the early 19th century. Another story is believed that Lord Buddha and his discipline use old rugs with different kinds of patchwork to cover themselves and th...

In the 15th century, phulkari embroidery was first begun by the women folk of Punjab. A tradition of Punjab with bright and vibrant colors the phulkari is consist of two words phul means Flowers and kari mean Work. word phulkari means floral work but it is not only restricted to floral designs it also includes various motifs and geometrical patterns and shapes. The embroidery has its charm and is popular not only in India but worldwide.   Origin There are various theories about the origin of phulkari. One among them is embroidery was prevailed in most of India, But survived in Punjab. You can see a glimpse of it in Kashida of Bihar, And some parts of Rajasthan and Gujarat.  Another view is that the embroidery came from Iran, in there it is known as Gulkari. However, pal (1960) notes that both the style phulkari and Gulkari are distant. Ancient texts, folk legends, and literature of Punjab have references of phulkari. In Harshcha...

We can find chickankari in the land of tehzeed. In the literal sense, chickan means embroidery.  One of the ancient styles of Lucknow. The main essence of the garment is simple, Classy, and comfortable feel. Motifs are added to make the garment look rich. The fabric nonetheless remains affordable and simple. Origin The reference of the art have found in the 3rd century BC with megasthenes mentioning the use of flowered muslin by the Indians.  Chicken embroidery is a delicate embroidery style that is known to reintroduced by the Mughal emperor jahangir’s wife nurjahan. Started as white on white embroidery from back in the days, the favored fabric was muslin as it is good in warm weather. After the downfall of Mughal, the chickankari artist spread around India. But Lucknow is the hub of the chickan work. Style  The woman who chose to exhibit taste Which comes inevitable with the complication of the stitches and pattern of chickan work. ...