{"product_id":"tree-with-peacocks-in-ahir-embroidery","title":"Tree with Peacocks in Ahir Embroidery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis striking rectangular textile panel showcases a magnificent display of Ahir embroidery, a legendary craft of the pastoral Ahir community of Kutch, celebrated for its dense, vibrant execution and exceptional storytelling. Through an elegant composition organized into a beautifully balanced layout of dual stylized trees and peacocks, the piece beautifully captures a heritage that historical research traces back at least 500 years. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAhir is a highly specialized embroidery style practiced by a community that traditionally traces their migration from Mathura alongside Lord Krishna before settling down in the North Western part of Gujarat. The process begins with Aarekhani, where artisans (usually women) sketch the design on fabric using traditional natural inks. The motifs are then outlined with Saankdi (chain stitch) and densely filled with Vanno (herringbone stitch) using silk thread, creating the embroidery's signature texture and coverage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe central composition features two parallel stylized trees rising from the base, their elegant branches interlocking as they sweep upward against a warm, cream background fabric. Perched gracefully upon the branches are two vertically staggered Mor (peacocks), their elongated, detailed tail feathers trailing downwards. Reflecting the community's deep-rooted inspiration from the natural world, the canvas is heavily populated by elements of \"Zad\" (trees) and \"Sachu phool\" (real flowers) blossoming across the entire field. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterspersed throughout the scene are ablas (mirrors) bound tightly by herringbone stitches, functioning as the glittering eyes and body accents of the peacocks and the centers of the floral blooms. The color palette is subtle yet celebratory, dominated by rich shades of terracotta, pink, warm ochre and cream tones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe framing border of this piece acts as a highly structured boundary around the organic energy of the inner scene. The central field is tightly enclosed by an inner geometric border featuring a continuous running zigzag or wavy line stitch in contrasting terracotta thread. Set within a wide, outer fabric frame of earthy brown, this framing gives the composition a perfectly tailored, traditional finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Embroidery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49386459693270,"sku":null,"price":3300.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Tree_with_Peacocks_in_Ahir_Embroidery.png?v=1784536823","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/tree-with-peacocks-in-ahir-embroidery","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}