Pidhi | Stool

Details

Category: Aasan
Location: Meharaj, Bathinda, Punjab
Cultural region: Malwa
Materials: Nylon (Strap), Wood
Nylon craft technique: Weaving
Wood craft technique: Joinery, Turning
Source: DICRC, India and SADACC, UK

This pidhi was recorded in the community kitchen of a gurdwara. The seat was made higher than the commonly found pidhi, probably to ensure the right sitting posture while preparing prasad in large utensils.

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