The sturdy pieces of furniture which are equivalent to vibrant and exquisite pieces of art designed at the Sankheda town by artisans belonging to the Kharadi community. Sankheda is derived from the Gujarati word ‘sanghedu’, which refers to lathe or the machine used to turn wood. These are internationally renowed for their grand, hand-painted motifs on shiny lacquered turned teakwood. Sankheda furniture, being auspicious, is a common gift during marriages in the Gujarati community. The bride’s family gifts it to her during her wedding, to help fill-up her new home. Read more: https://gaatha.org/Craft-of-India/sankheda-craft/ #sankheda #woodencraft #gaatha #woodenfurniture #woodturning #storytime #research #indiancraft #traditionalcraft #craftdocumentation https://www.instagram.com/p/Ca-E8wytFse/?utm_medium=tumblr
