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Khaat | Charpoy
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Category: Manch
Location: Chak Ramnagar, Bharatpur, Rajasthan
Cultural region: Mewat - Brij
Materials: Cotton (Rope), Wood
Cotton craft technique: Weaving
Wood craft technique: Carving, Joinery
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK
In the Mewat-Brij region, khaat were taller in height than those found in other parts of Rajasthan. This khaat was used inside the house during the night to sleep on. It was put outside in the day for elderly people to sit on.
