Pidhi | Stool

Details

Category: Aasan
Location: Chandi Wala, Firozpur, Punjab
Cultural region: Malwa
Materials: Nylon (Rope), Wood
Nylon craft technique: Weaving
Wood craft technique: Carving, Joinery
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK

This pidhi had structural frame members with a cuboidal cross-section fixed to wooden legs that slightly taper downwards. The webbing is held in tension by ropes on one end which prevent excessive sagging of the seat.

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