Larnai Black Pottery
In the village of Larnai, Jaintia potters hand-build black earthenware without a wheel, smoothing each pot with a wooden paddle and river stone before firing it in open flame. The matte-black ware is both kitchen and heritage.
- Region of origin:
- Meghalaya
- Materials:
- serpentine clay
- Techniques:
- hand-building (no wheel); open firing
- HS code (customs):
- 6912
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About Larnai Black Pottery
In the village of Larnai, Jaintia potters hand-build black earthenware without a wheel, smoothing each pot with a wooden paddle and river stone before firing it in open flame. The matte-black ware is both kitchen and heritage.
- Region of origin
- Meghalaya
- Materials
- serpentine clay
- Techniques
- hand-building (no wheel); open firing
- HS code (customs)
- 6912
How it’s made
The makers
Crafted by Jaintia (Pnar) potters of Meghalaya.
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