Khaat | Charpoy

Details

Category: Manch
Location: Singar, Nuh, Haryana
Cultural region: Mewat
Materials: Metal (Iron), Nylon (Rope), Wood
Metal craft technique: Bending, Fittings
Nylon craft technique: Weaving
Wood craft technique: Joinery, Turning
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK

This charpoy was made using wood from an old bullock cart and was placed in front of a blacksmith’s workshop and residence. It was taller in height than other examples, owing to which it was also referred to as a dehla (a charpoy which is the size of a palang). Metal rods were fixed between the legs and the frame to act as brackets and provide extra strength.

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