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Pidhi | Stool
Details
Category: Aasan
Location: Bhikhi, Mansa, Punjab
Cultural region: Malwa
Materials: Cotton (Rope), Wood
Cotton craft technique: Weaving
Wood craft technique: Joinery, Turning
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK
The webbing of this pidhi was woven using ropes made from fabric shredded out of old clothes. This pidhi was used in the outdoor kitchen of the house while sitting to cook in front of the chulha (hearth).
