Traditional Loin Loom Naga Textile Art in Contemporary Wall Hanging by Nagaloom

In northeastern India, the vibrant state of Nagaland is home to sixteen distinct tribes for whom loin loom textiles are integral to their cultural identity. This ancient "back strap loom" method, where warp threads are anchored by bamboo and the weaver's body, produces intricate and deeply symbolic motifs. These designs visually narrate individual achievements, prosperity, historical feasts, and participation in significant events like raids, making the textiles far more than mere decoration. This stunning contemporary wall hanging by Nagaloom is a harmonious blend of age-old tradition and modern design, masterfully handwoven on the indigenous loin loom—a hallmark of tribal weaving heritage from Northeast India. the piece is a visual narrative in three panels, each telling a unique story through form, texture, and contrast. The left panel features intricate diamond-like patterns woven in deep black over a natural beige base, forming a rhythmic lattice of geometry and symmetry that is both captivating and meditative. The right panel, in rich charcoal black, is adorned with vertical rows of abstract ivory motifs—reminiscent of cultural insignias or tools of identity—balanced evenly to evoke calm and order. Separating these two distinct design languages is a narrow olive-green stripe, serving as a visual bridge and adding earthy warmth to the overall composition. The hanging is beautifully finished with alternating hand-twisted tassels in beige, green, and black—each strand a tactile reminder of the human hands behind the creation. Crafted entirely on a loin loom, also known as the backstrap loom, this textile reflects the weaver's physical and emotional engagement with every inch of thread. The technique requires the artisan to anchor the loom to their body, giving them precise control over tension and detail, and resulting in one-of-a-kind weaves. This wall hanging is not only a contemporary art piece but a living heirloom—imbued with the weaver's story and sustained through Antaran's mission to preserve and promote India's rich textile legacies.

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Frames shown are for visual representation only and are not included with the artwork. We offer framing services on demand at additional costs. If you wish to get your artwork framed, please reach out to us on WhatsApp or email.

Frames shown are for visual representation only and are not included with the artwork. We offer framing services on demand at additional framing and shipping costs.

We take custom artwork orders, please use the WhatsApp chat below or email us at wecare@memeraki.com to discuss your requirements in more detail.

We ship worldwide, Our Prices are inclusive of GST/Taxes in India. For international orders, any specific custom duties you may encounter in your home country during the delivery has to borne by the buyer.

For all artworks except Lippan and Terracotta, we offer free shipping on orders above ₹999, a ₹249 flat rate is applicable to smaller order amounts.

Our standard shipping rates are not applicable for custom framed artworks.

For international artwork orders shipping charges of 4000 INR* are applicable.

For Lippan and Terracotta Artworks, We charge a Shipping rate on a per Kilogram basis.

*Extra charges may apply for both domestic and international deliveries in the following cases:

• International artwork orders where the artwork's smaller side measures more than 36 inches.
• Extra charges are applicable for Express Shipping. Contact support to check availability for your order.
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All artworks are packed and couriered securely in a tube.

Ready To Ship/ In Stock artworks are shipped in under 2 weeks. We only accept return requests for Ready to Ship/ In stock artworks placed within a week from date of delivery. However, no returns can be accepted for international deliveries.

Made To Order artworks will take 2-3 weeks to be made and shipped once they are ready. Returns are not applicable on Made To Order artworks.

Once your order is placed, our team will stay in constant communication with the artist to track the progress and ensure the quality of your order. You will receive regular updates from us throughout this process.

Most products on our website are handmade from scratch by our master artists. This makes every product absolutely unique and the actual colour and overall look may vary only slightly from the product image posted here.