In the wettest place on earth, the Khasi and Garo weave cane and bamboo into conical 'knup' rain-shields, fish traps, stools and the famous tightly-coiled baskets carried on the back. Craft here is survival made beautiful.
- Region of origin:
- Meghalaya
- Materials:
- cane; bamboo
- Techniques:
- fine weaving & coiling
- HS code (customs):
- 4602
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About Meghalaya Cane & Bamboo
In the wettest place on earth, the Khasi and Garo weave cane and bamboo into conical 'knup' rain-shields, fish traps, stools and the famous tightly-coiled baskets carried on the back. Craft here is survival made beautiful.
- Region of origin
- Meghalaya
- Materials
- cane; bamboo
- Techniques
- fine weaving & coiling
- HS code (customs)
- 4602
How it’s made
fine weaving & coiling
The makers
Crafted by Khasi & Garo communities of Meghalaya.
Buying Meghalaya Cane & Bamboo — questions, answered
- Are VedikCraft's Meghalaya Cane & Bamboo pieces hand-painted or prints?
- Every Meghalaya Cane & Bamboo piece is genuinely handmade by a named artisan — one of a kind, never a print or machine copy.
- What does an authentic Meghalaya Cane & Bamboo piece cost?
- Handmade Meghalaya Cane & Bamboo typically ranges from ₹300 to ₹12,000, depending on size, detail and the artisan.
- How do I care for a Meghalaya Cane & Bamboo piece?
- Keep Meghalaya Cane & Bamboo 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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GI-certified authenticity
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Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin