Description
The Complete Set of 22 Crafts & Textile Maps by Dastkari Haat Samiti is a landmark documentation project that visually maps the traditional crafts and textile traditions of India.
Researched over a period of ten years, this series brings together field studies, artisan interactions, archival research, and cultural mapping into a beautifully illustrated collection of state and regional craft maps.
Each map is not merely geographic — it is narrative. Through hand-drawn illustrations, district markings, artisan process depictions, and detailed explanatory notes, the maps present India’s living craft traditions in an engaging and educational format.
The collection includes:
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India (National Map)
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Delhi
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Andhra Pradesh
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Bihar
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Chhattisgarh
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Gujarat
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Haryana
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Himachal Pradesh
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Jammu & Kashmir
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Jharkhand
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Karnataka
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Kerala
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Madhya Pradesh
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Maharashtra
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North East (Regional Map)
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Odisha
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Punjab
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Rajasthan
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Sikkim
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Tamil Nadu
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Uttar Pradesh
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Uttaranchal
From weaving clusters and embroidery traditions to metalwork, wood carving, leather crafts, toys, carpets, ritual arts, and regional textile practices — each map captures the diversity of materials, techniques, and artisan communities across India.
The visual language of the series draws from traditional Indian art styles, integrating ornamental borders, folk-inspired figures, and process illustrations, making every map both an educational resource and a collector’s piece.
Ideal for:
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Design and textile institutes
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Museums and cultural spaces
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Craft researchers and documentation archives
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NGOs and policy institutions
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Schools and universities
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Exhibition displays
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Interior decor with a heritage theme
This complete set serves as a valuable cultural archive — preserving India’s craft knowledge in visual form for future generations.
Specifications
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Size (each map): Length 35 inches × Width 21 inches
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Medium: High-quality printed paper
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Format: Folded Maps / Posters
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Total Maps in Set: 22
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Series: Dastkari Haat Samiti Crafts & Textile Map Collection