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Another marvel in textiles from
Kashmir are the JAMAWAR
Shawls, they go back to the 18th and
19th centuries. They were
traditional to Central Asia and
Persia. The original weaving
technique called Kani has been lost
in the mist of time, legend and
tradition. Kashmir, however was the
only area where a new technique of
weaving was developed to create
these sophisticated shawls, where
the design, like tapestry is hand
woven into the fabric of the cloth.
The Jamawar Shawls are
made from the fleece of the Capra
Hircus goat, known over the world as
"cashmere" or properly termed
"Pashm". These Shawls have
captured the attention of the world,
where they are highly appreciated
for their unique beauty and softness
Due to the total hand crafted
process, small irregularities are
not to be considered a flaw; it is
part of the beauty and uniqueness of
these Shawls. |
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