Product details

Fabric

Velvet

Embroidery

Hand

Technique

Zardozi

Framed Dimension

27x34 Inches

Framed Material

Acrylic

SKU

LZW/001/FLOWER/POT/BIG

Traditionally, artisans made use of a needle called ‘Ari’ with gold and silver threads in order to create elaborate designs.

Lucknow Zardozi Origin Zardozi originated in Persia and was introduced to India with the Mughals in the 16th century. Apart from Lucknow, the craft also found patronage in the royal court of the Great Vijayanagara empire during 16th Century under the rule of Krishnadeva Raya (1509-1530). Meaning: The term "zardozi" comes from the Persian words "Zar" meaning Gold and "Dozi" meaning embroidery.