Details:
Add a touch of global inspiration to your home decor with this handmade kilim upholstered wooden bench from India. Crafted by local villagers in the Judhpur area, this unique piece of world art is made with care and precision.
Features:
- Handmade by local villagers in India
- Kilim upholstery and sheesham wood frame
- Comes with twist-in legs
- Artisanal variations in color, size, and design
- Provides job opportunities for female weavers in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India
Story Behind the Art:
- This bench is made using traditional techniques passed down through generations of local artisans in the Rajasthan province of India. The weavers create the kilim to the exact dimensions before upholstering it onto the handmade sheesham wood frame. The majority of the weavers are women who live in the villages of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. By purchasing this bench, you are supporting the growth of the community and providing job opportunities for female weavers who otherwise may not have the opportunity to do so. Natural and vegetable dyes are also used in the designs, benefitting both the local farmers and artisans.
- Imported
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