Tribal Textiles of Northeast India: A Survey of Folk and Natural Elements

Textile occupies a prominent place in the life of human beings from the beginning of civilization. Topographical variations, mineral resources, water, flora, and fauna are all contributory factors to the emergence of a distinct textile heritage of India. Traditional Indian textiles are deeply rooted...

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Main Author: Verman, Sanghamitra Rai (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Univ. 2022
In: Nidān
Year: 2022, Volume: 7, Issue: 2, Pages: 1-16
Further subjects:B Rituals
B Tribals
B Weaving
B Northeast
B Textiles
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