Machli | Charpoy

Details

Category: Manch
Location: Konara, Barmer, Rajasthan
Cultural region: Marwar
Materials: Nylon (Strap), Wood
Wood craft technique: Carving, Joinery, Painting, Turning
Nylon craft technique: Weaving
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK

A small sized charpoy used by children to sleep on is called a machli. It is often laid out next to a khaat or a macha on which the parents would sleep.

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