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Pakkhi | Fan
Details
Category: Vastu
Location: Zira, Firozpur, Punjab
Cultural region: Malwa
Materials: Grass (Cane), Textile
Grass craft technique: Splitting, Weaving
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK
This pakkhi was made by weaving cane strips. It was attached to the handle using a piece of fabric stitched around to form the joint. Fabric was also stitched around the edges to prevent the woven cane from splitting open
