Arunachal Handloom (Apatani / Adi)
The tribes of Arunachal weave on the backstrap loom in bold geometric bands — the Apatani and Adi each with their own palette of black, red, white and yellow. The cloth marks clan, ceremony and season in India's easternmost hills.
- Region of origin:
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Materials:
- cotton; wool
- Techniques:
- loin-loom geometric weaving
- HS code (customs):
- 6214
Products
About Arunachal Handloom (Apatani / Adi)
The tribes of Arunachal weave on the backstrap loom in bold geometric bands — the Apatani and Adi each with their own palette of black, red, white and yellow. The cloth marks clan, ceremony and season in India's easternmost hills.
- Region of origin
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Materials
- cotton; wool
- Techniques
- loin-loom geometric weaving
- HS code (customs)
- 6214
How it’s made
loin-loom geometric weaving
The makers
Crafted by Apatani & Adi tribes of Arunachal Pradesh.
GI-certified authenticity
Rooted in India’s registered craft traditions
Artisan-direct
Made by the makers — fair, direct earnings
Traceable provenance
Every piece carries its maker, region & origin