Anohki Kantha tote bag, recycled cotton, No. 2
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35.00€
Product: Kantha bag. Bengal, India
Cotton bag with a mix of prints, decorated with Kantha embroidery. Cotton design with reinforced edges and short straps. Each item is unique in its colors, and the print will vary because of the patchwork nature.
Ancient craft of reclaiming worn textiles
The word Kantha comes from the Sanskrit "Kontha", meaning "rags". It is an ancient art listed on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Peasant women of Bengal layer several worn garments, most often saris, and stitch them into blankets or bedspreads. In the villages, after the work in the fields and at home, women gather, regardless of caste or religion, to paint with the needle and make the colors sing. Embroidery becomes a true social bond for these women, whose living conditions are precarious. This exceptional work gives them financial independence and improves their standing in the community.
Details: recycled cotton bag with a small pouch inside
30 x 38 cm, strap length 20 cm
Composition and care
- 100% recycled cotton
- Machine washable
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