Sikki, the golden grass of Bihar's wetlands, is coiled by Mithila women into glowing baskets, boxes and dolls — traditionally part of a bride's trousseau. The grass keeps its natural sheen for years.
- Region of origin:
- Bihar
- Materials:
- sikki golden grass
- Techniques:
- coiling & binding
- HS code (customs):
- 4602
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About Sikki Grass Craft
Sikki, the golden grass of Bihar's wetlands, is coiled by Mithila women into glowing baskets, boxes and dolls — traditionally part of a bride's trousseau. The grass keeps its natural sheen for years.
- Region of origin
- Bihar
- Materials
- sikki golden grass
- Techniques
- coiling & binding
- HS code (customs)
- 4602
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Mithila women of Bihar.
Buying Sikki Grass Craft — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Sikki Grass Craft pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Sikki Grass Craft piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- What does an authentic Sikki Grass Craft piece cost?
- Handmade Sikki Grass Craft typically ranges from ₹200 to ₹9,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Sikki Grass Craft piece?
- Keep Sikki Grass Craft 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.
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