18/02/2023
Aari work one of the most tedious forms of needle work on pashmina shawl is considered to be one of the most sought after piece of Kashmiri Artisan. Aari hand embroidery is the specialty of Kashmiri artisans. They use hooked needles, also called tambour, to create intrinsic, concentric loops. This fine art has been in existence in the Valley of Kashmir since 16th century, when Mughals patronized it to create elaborate and highly refined floral patterns for the royal garments. Pashmina shawls and stoles embroidered with Aari work in both traditional and contemporary styles is often used by the royals to add to their adornments and directly link its roots to the Dynasties of Turkistan, introduced by Zain ul Abedin a 15th century ruler in Kashmir.
