Introduction the chamba rumal, is a form of embroidery that flourished in the eighteenth and early twentieth century in the mountain region of north india. Chamba rumal the traditional chamba handkerchief the old saying small is beautiful, aptly expresses the chamba rumal. The dot and the alternate dot, the circle, the square, the triangle, and permutations and combinations of these constitute the design. Chamba rumal at kangra art museum, dharamsala, himachal. Adinkra oondinkrah are visual symbols, originally created by the akan of ghana and the gyaman of cote divoire in west africa, that represent concepts or aphorisms. However in chamba, the production of rumals was plentiful that the geographical denomination chamba rumal 4 became almost synonym for the embroidery. Embroidery is in the roots of himachal but chamba acquired the considerable. Earlier, untwisted silk threads were used to embroider on unbleached muslin cloth. The chamba rumal embroidery flourished in the princely hill states of chamba, kangra, basholi, and other neighbouring provinces. The rumals are usually square pieces of cloth, beautifully embroidered, and used to cover gifts and offerings.
The chamba rumal literally handkerchief, is a form of embroidery that flourished in. See more ideas about embroidery patterns, textile design and. Download and read online for free chamba rumal by vasudha. Designs in indian embroidery are formed on the basis of the texture and the design of the fabric and the stitch. Chamba embroidery designs were based on nature, mythology, articles of everyday use and happenings of everyday life, animals, birds and trees. You cannot distinguish between the front and the back.
Download pdf indian journal of research anvikshiki. Chamba rumals were usually elaborate compositions on cotton fabrics embroidered with untwisted silk yarns in gay and harmonious colors. If anyone knows better about this method please feel free to correct me. Popular for its art and embroidery, a little town called chamba, is located in the hills of himachal pradesh. Chamba rumal handkerchief famous embroidery craft of. Jan 29, 2015 a short film demonstrating the craft of chamba embroidery. The towns of dalhousie, khajjhiar and churah valley are popular hill stations and vacation spots for the people from the plains of northern india. The technique of administering stitches, unavailability of raw. Pdf chamba rumal craft manual surpritkaur dang academia. The traditional of krishna and gopis dancing rasa leelaganesha in the center rasa. Marital status was also expressed through specific styles of garments that distinguished.
Chamba rumal himachal geographical indication portal. Chamba rumal, with its artistic and aesthetic value has great potential for the niche market. Chamba rumal textile patterns, textiles, satin stitch. Today we look at the stitching technique used in chamba rumal embroidery. So the style of embroidery is called dorukha which means two sided. To those who knew the regional variations in style, patterns, and colors of embroidery, a quick look at a dress was enough to determine the wearers region and even village. Introduction himachal, the term is derived from sanskrit where him means snow and achal means lap.
Himachal pradesh is a pahari region which means mountainous because of its proximity to the himalayas. The first one represents folk style, which has limited topics with bright colors and uneven stitches. It is the pahari style that led me to frame the title for this post on the chamba rumals painted embroideries or embroidered paintings. The word chamba rumal implies a peculiar visual art form that represents unique and charming embroidery done on a hand spun cloth with untwisted silken thread,which is greatly inspired from pahari painting. The chamba rumal or chamba handkerchief is an embroidered handicraft that was once promoted under the patronage of the former rulers of chamba. Chamba embroidery was not only confined to rumal s but was also seen on religious textiles, apparel and other utilitarian household objects. Embroideries of india chamba rumal of himachal pradesh. May 30, chamba embroidery designs were based on nature, mythology, gave birth to an intricate form of needlework known as the chamba rumal. Threaded tales in the chamba rumal live history india. Nov 4, 2012 chamba rumal at kangra art museum, dharamsala, himachal pradesh, india. In chamba, during old days it was very important to give chamba rumal in dowry of a girl, a practice not visible in the marriages. Before that, a disclaimer i am not an authority on chamba rumals.
In gujarat, kutch is the place where these communities and their beautiful embroideries can be found. The chamba rumal of himachal pradesh were once embroidered. Aari embroidery is done in gujarat, kashmir and uttar. Some motifs can be made by instruments and techniques while others require hand art. This art form is the coming together of pahari miniature painting tradition and do rukha double sided embroidery. Indian heritage prikshit sharma, masto miniature artists. Chamba rumals were usually elaborate compositions on cotton fabrics embroidered with untwisted silk yarns in. Yes, what a wonderful heritage we have and how little we know about it. The vivacity, vividness and precision of this needle art make it so close to the pahadi miniatures and murals that. The languishing craft of the chamba rumal refers only. It combines the two skills of miniature painting and embroidery that were usually embroidered on fine handspun muslin, always with untwisted silk floss. The little known story of himachal pradeshs unique handkerchiefs chamba rumal.
Chamba state of himachal pradesh was known for distinctive embroidery in form of coverlets and hangings generically known as chamba rumals. Embroidered coverlet rumal depicting krishnas marriage to rukmini, chamba, punjab hills, ca. Chamba rumal was registered geographical indications of goods registration and protection act, 1999 on. While some embroidery styles are predominantly regional others are specific to a community. A chamba rumal depicting a scene from the ramayana. Chamba rumaluday free download as powerpoint presentation. Chamba rumal articla embroidery textile arts scribd. Chamba rumal folk embroidery, embroidery and stitching. Prikshit is a miniature painting artist from chamba, himachal pradesh. Embroidery is in the roots of himachal but chamba acquired the considerable fame for its fine embroidery work that their names become the synonym with rumal embroidery. Introduction embroidery is traditionally done by women from villages. Often called paintings in embroidery, the art of chamba rumal is losing its relevance and the skills required for it are fast disappearing. Chamba rumal by vasudha at the best online ebook storage. Pahari painting in chambathere is a strong link between pahari paintings and the embroidery onthe rumals.
Chamba rumal, himachal pradesh mohalla chountra, city chamba, hp 176310 mobile. The chamba rumal gets its name from chamba, a hillstation in himachal pradesh, where it has been practised for centuries. The embroidery form was a double satin stitch locally called dorookha, the beauty of which lay in it being reversible equally beautiful on both sides. The subject of the embroidery is based on religious themes comprising hindu deities, floral motifs, birds and animals. For us, the opportunity to drape these amazing cultural treasures on our attires is a tribute to the best of india. In the kashidas, the embroidery is very delicate mainly done with satin stitch. What is remarkable about this handicraft is the representation of religious epics, delicately interwoven into the fabric. The embroidery of chamba was characterized by spontaneity and rhythm rooted in the soil of the region. The rumal is a persian word for a handkerchief, a square piece of cloth. The other craft of chamba is its unique embroidery style. Running through chamba, kulu, kangra, guler, mandi and suket, the craft witnessed explicit distinctions between elite and folk art.
It is a common item of gift during marriages with detailed patterns in bright and pleasing colour schemes. This decorative coverlet rumal made of cotton embroidered with silk depicts krishna and his marriage to rukmini. The chamba rumal or chamba handkerchief is an embroidered handicraft that was once promoted under the patronage of the former rulers of chamba kingdom. This fine and intricate embroidery flourished in the princely hill states of chamba, kangra, kullu, mandi, bilaspur and basholi. The word chamba rumal implies a peculiar visual art form that represents unique and charming embroidery done on a hand spun cloth with untwisted silken thread,which is. The chamba rumal literally handkerchief, is a form of embroidery that flourished in the eighteenth and early twentieth century in. Explore chamba rumal profile at times of india for photos, videos and latest news of chamba rumal.
Needle is the most effective tool in the textile art. The chamba rumal, or the chamba handkerchief is famed for its exquisite embroidery and miniature size. These are traditions that are being revived by indian fashion designers in their avant garde creations. The embroidery is done using a double satin stitch carried forward and. It awakens a sense of wonder in the human mind, at the things of beauty which had been conceived and executed by women. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Muhalla chouutra, chamba town176310 himachal pradesh. A short film demonstrating the craft of chamba embroidery. After embroidery, the very important part is wooden frame fixed with glass and moving sides, another feature that is hard to find in lieu of shortage of carpenters who know how to prepare such frames. He traces the designs on cloth and gives the finishing touches to the picture using pencil. Chamba rumal craftcanvas 2017 by craftcanvas issuu. Chamba rumal s were being made till the early part of 20 th century but thereafter, this craft began to languish.
Chamba rumal embroidery of himachal the craft and artisans. Embroidery in india includes dozens of embroidery styles that vary by region and clothing styles. Lalita vakil national awarded by the president of india address. Manohar lal introduction of print making in government college. As this rumal art got developed in the chamba valley, it has been given the name of chamba rumal. Rasamandala and krishna are common themes used in the chamba rumal embroidery. Chamba rumal uday free download as powerpoint presentation.
Chamba in himachal pradesh is famous for the pahari and kangra styles of miniature paintings. The rumals are usually square or rectangular pieces of cloth, beautifully embroidered with floral and figurative motifs, used to cover gifts and offerings. This little monograph on chamba rumal is the result of studies on this interesting handicraft, mainly from the hill guarded valley of chamba. Scribd is the worlds largest social reading and publishing site. The chamba rumal is a unique form of embroidery from chamba, a historic town in the northern himalayan hill state of himachal pradesh. Poetic imagery of pahari miniatures pointed out that the folk style embroidery is done only by women lacking delination. Hope to see you around here, like liked by 1 person. Chamba rumal registered with geographical indications. Chamba is the northwestern district of himachal pradesh, in india, with its headquarters in chamba town. Life to a dying art at the bhau daji lad mumbai city museum bdl museum one saturday evening earlier this month.
How to make and attach wide chunky binding for quilts with carrie nelson of moda fabric duration. Like every other region of india, this region too has its unique arts and crafts. Jan, 2020 etsy embroidery and sewing pdf patterns and tutorials, diy, good for christmas gifts see more ideas about embroidery, etsy embroidery and pdf patterns. Apr 11, 2017 patronised by the royalty of himachal pradesh, the chamba rumal is a fine display of himalayan embroidery and crafts traditions. The embroideries of each subregion illustrate and elaborate this cultural division.
Stories on a napkin chamba rumal from chamba, himachal pradesh, india these rumals are square cloths, used to cover platters as gifts for the deity or during marraiges for exchanging gifts. The market channels available to the craftspeople involved in the craft is very limited and thus discouraging them. In its own way it contributes to the glorification of god and nature. The embroidery is same on both sides and the threads used are silken and colorful. Its popularity can be judged from the fact that a girl s accomplishment in the craft influenced her matrimonial. Because of its pictorial beauty, chamba rumal is also known as. Chamba rumal, himachal pradesh mohalla chountra, city chamba, hp 176310. Cotton with silk, tinsel, and metal embroidery an embroidered rumal covering cloth blueskinned rama appears at least 9 times with his companions amidst an array of animals and landscapes in scenes from the ramayana. Cliquez pour modifier le style des soustitres du masque done by aparimitha.
Posted on february 24, 2016 by sudhagee it was serendipity that led me to the exhibition on chamba rumal. The chamba rumal or handkerchief about 2 to 6 feet in length is an important part of a chamba brides trousseau. Reflected artistic styles of pahari miniature painting. The chamba rumal literally handkerchief, is a form of embroidery that flourished in the eighteenth and early twentieth century in the mountain region of north india. The small yet graceful settlement of mountain dwellers gave birth to an intricate form of needlework known as the chamba rumal. Hand embroidery button work,beaded hand embroidery with button,hand embroidery. Chamba rumal embroidery pdf may 30, chamba embroidery designs were based on nature, mythology, gave birth to an intricate form of needlework known as the chamba rumal. Literally, the word chamba rumal refers to an unconventional form of visual art achieved by beautiful embroidery created on a handspun cloth using an untwisted silken. The women of the village are usually engaged in the stitching work. The boar is said to have emerged from the nostril of brahma and grown, first to the size of an elephant, then a mountain and finally into 10 yojanas a yojana is said to be between 6 and 15 km in width and 1,000 yojanas in height, before lifting the earth out of the water the most wellknown story of varaha, however, is as the avatar of vishnu and is told in the epics and in many. Chamba embroidery in done in shawls and quilts, therefore, it is recommended to dry clean the chamba rumal and its products and keep it away from. Krishna is shown at the top of the scene whilst rukmini is being led into the wedding marquee mandapa in the centre. One among them is the embroidered chamba rumal the most important claim to fame for the town of chamba. Chamba rumal chamba rumal is a pictorial craft that represents unique embroidery, which originated and flourished during 17th 18th centuries in chamba town in the state of himachal pradesh.
Patronised by the royalty of himachal pradesh, the chamba rumal is a fine display of himalayan embroidery and crafts traditions. Free hand embroidery pattern jacobean leaf variation click through for the free pdf printable. Chamba rumal chamba state of himachal pradesh was known for distinctive embroidery in form of coverlets and hangings generically known as chamba rumals. The chamba rumal of himachal pradesh were once embroidered by. Know about every indian embroidery, motif and craft utsavpedia.
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