Craft Name: Cane
Region: West Bengal, Assam, Tripura, Manipur, Nagaland, Karnataka etc.
CRAFT
HISTORY
Cane craft has existed for centuries in regions with abundant bamboo and rattan, especially in the Northeast. Tribal communities used cane to make baskets, mats, traps, and household items. The craft evolved with trade routes and cultural exchanges across Southeast Asia. Cane gained prominence in colonial times, when British households popularized cane furniture.
WHAT MAKES IT UNIQUE:
- Highly flexible and strong natural material.
- Allows intricate weaving, braiding, and bending techniques.
- Lightweight yet durable, suitable for furniture and utility.
- 100% natural and biodegradable.
Received a
GI tag in 2023
COLOURS
- Traditional palettes include rich jewel tones, maroon, emerald, navy, royal blue, paired with gold or silver zari.
- How much time does it take to make a product, and how many artisans are involved in making this craft? A Zardozi piece takes 3–20 days, involving 2–5 skilled karigars
MOTIFS
How much time does it take to make a product, and how many artisans are involved in making these crafts? A How much time does it take to make a product, and how many artisans are involved in making these crafts?
A cane craft product takes 2–10 days, involving 1–3 artisans in the process
RAW MATERIAL
- Rattan / Cane grass, sometimes bamboo is used to make frames.
CRAFT MAKING PROCESS
HOW TO IDENTIFY GENUINE AND AUTHENTIC CRAFT:
- Real Cane/ rattan has natural variations in colour, tiny nodes and fibrous textures
- Small irregularities and asymmetries are normally present in handwork