Visual Characteristic Study of Ethnic Handloom Products of Assam for Retaining its Ethnic Look During Novel Product Exploration

Abstract

Handloom products are specially recognized as a craft that is solely developed by manual effort. In Assam handloom, there are numerous products that are considered ethnic and synchronous to Assamese culture. The notable ethnic handloom products are Gamosa, Mekhla, Chador, Saree, Dupatta and Stole. Literature indicates that earlier researchers have mostly focused on identifying the socio-economic problems, issues related to manufacturing processes, and other factors, including influences of the environment in the context of Assamese handloom products. In the review of the literature on ethnic handloom textiles, there is little emphasis towards studies that underlie the importance of the identification and preservation of ethnic features in design.