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Give a detailed account on “Kashida of Kashmir”. |
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Answer» Kashida of Kashmir – Kashmir embroidery and shawl well known for the beauty of color, texture, design and technique. The wool embroidery is universally famous. Shawls of intricate embroider have become a fashionism in the market. Colors used – white, green, purple, blue, yellow and black, crimson are also used. Motifs – motifs are usually taken from nature. Animal and human figures are not seen in Kashmir embroider become of muslim influence. Bird motifs used are parrot, wood pecker etc floral motifs used are iris, lotus, lily, tulips and saffron flower. fabric used- all types of silk, cotton and wool. The threads used are wool, silk, and art silk. Stitches used – satin stitch, stem stitch and chain stitch. |
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