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Khamir Annual Exhibitions

Leather
Bandhani
Pottery
Ajrakh
Ply Split
Makhiyaro

Makhiyaro

This features elaborate beadwork to cover the face of the horse. It is placed on the forehead and is used to adorn the horse on special occasions. Meghwar women are known for doing beautiful intricate bead work, so the product is a result of the combined work of both the women and men. 

Chhilmad

Chhilmad

Horse seat with fine zari and torni work was attached with katho, the wooden structure kept on the back of the horse.

Thada

Thada

It was placed on the back with both its flaps suspended on either side of the horse’s body to support the saddle. 

Tang

Tang

This broad leather girth went around the belly of the horse and was attached to the saddle from both the sides to keep it in place.

Padgi/Pagodo

Padgi/Pagodo

Foot rest for the rider to climb on the horse.

Dhumki

Dhumki

It was placed near the tail to tighten the rest of the saddlery with the body.

Sanjh

Sanjh

Since horses were commonly used for transport in the past, the leather artisans provided the saddles. This product is still being made today for horse owners in Kachchh and other parts of Gujarat.

Agoth

Agoth

Leather band that came around the chest and was attached with katho

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