The Kolhapuri chappal is a hand-stitched, vegetable-tanned leather sandal whose braided toe-loop design dates to the 12th century. Durable and unmistakably Indian, it has walked from village markets to global runways.
- Region of origin:
- Maharashtra
- GI registration:
- Kolhapuri Chappal
- Materials:
- vegetable-tanned leather
- Techniques:
- hand-stitching; braiding
- HS code (customs):
- 6403
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About Kolhapuri Chappal
The Kolhapuri chappal is a hand-stitched, vegetable-tanned leather sandal whose braided toe-loop design dates to the 12th century. Durable and unmistakably Indian, it has walked from village markets to global runways.
- Region of origin
- Maharashtra
- GI registration
- Kolhapuri Chappal
- Materials
- vegetable-tanned leather
- Techniques
- hand-stitching; braiding
- HS code (customs)
- 6403
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Kolhapur & Athani artisans of Maharashtra.
Why “GI-tagged” matters
Kolhapuri Chappal is registered under India’s Geographical Indication (GI) Act as “Kolhapuri Chappal”. A GI tag legally certifies that a piece genuinely originates from its traditional region and is made by its rightful artisan community — your guarantee of authenticity.
Buying Kolhapuri Chappal — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Kolhapuri Chappal pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Kolhapuri Chappal piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- Is this Kolhapuri Chappal authentic and GI-certified?
- Yes. Kolhapuri Chappal is a GI-protected craft (registered as “Kolhapuri Chappal”). Every order ships with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and a QR code to verify its maker, region and GI status.
- What does an authentic Kolhapuri Chappal piece cost?
- Handmade Kolhapuri Chappal typically ranges from ₹600 to ₹6,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Kolhapuri Chappal piece?
- Keep Kolhapuri Chappal out of prolonged direct sunlight and damp, and dust it gently. Because each piece is handmade from natural materials, slight variations are part of its character.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin