History
The Dongria community, residing in the remote Niyamgiri Hills of Odisha, India, is known for their deep connection to nature
Location
The Dongria community, residing in the remote Niyamgiri Hills of Odisha, India, is known for their deep connection to nature
Facts
Kapadagandhas are woven by the elder womenfolk. The shawls are a fixture in daily life, but also play an important part in ritual. The coarse off-white base cloth was historically procured from the Domb community in Rayagada through the bartering of harvested crops. The motifs are embroidered in three distinct shades of green, red and yellow - each with its own significance.