Sozni Embroidered Black Chakra Shawl 'Sudarshan'
Hand embroidered cashmere pashmina, woven from Grade A Ladakhi fibre and finished in an intricate Sozni Jamawar design. A traditional Chakra motif — a circular symbol representing motion, protection, hope and knowledge — winds across the surface in interconnected vines embroidered with silver and pink thread on dyed black cashmere.
The cashmere was sourced from Mrs Decchan Dolma of Rango Village, and transported to Kullu rather than Srinagar, Kashmir (due to the Covid pandemic restrictions) for de-hairing, carding and scouring. Hand-spun yarn forms the warp from Kullu and the weft from Kashmir, producing a one-of-a-kind textile that unites two distinct artisanal regions. This process produces an incredibly fine and unbroken yarn, ranging in thickness from 110-140 English count, and could not be replicated on a machine without a 'carrier fibre'.
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the handloom industry had lost almost 50% of its weaving capacity. It was only through family-run businesses that fabric continued to be produced in any quantity during this period. Mr Abid Khan wove the fabric on one of his two pit looms, which was then skilfully embroidered by Gulam Mohammad and finished by Mr Zakir Wani in Srinagar in January 2023.
At each step in the process, this shawl has been thoughtfully crafted with patience and care, imbuing each piece with a rich cultural and symbolic significance.
Supplied with a copy of The Kashmir Shawl book, each piece is a unique link to the landscapes and lives behind its origin and creation.
- Size: approx. 100 × 210 cm (39.5 × 82.5")
- Composition: 100% Cashmere, sourced in Ladakh from Grade A fibres
- Origin: Made in Kashmir
Product Care
Professional dry cleaning is recommended to maintain the fine embroidery and soft texture of the hand-spun cashmere. For light refreshes at home, store the shawl folded in tissue in a breathable container away from sunlight or moth exposure. We suggest using our Woolskin Premium Woolwash for gentle care when appropriate. For full advice, visit our Product Care Guide.
Origin & Sustainability
This piece supports a lineage of slow-made, heritage craft that bridges regions and communities. Spinning, weaving, embroidery and finishing were all completed by individual artisans using traditional, low-impact techniques — from hand pit-loom weaving to fine needlework.
Woven during the height of the pandemic, this shawl stands as a record of resilience in the Kashmiri textile tradition. The collaboration between Kullu and Kashmir not only preserved ancestral knowledge but also helped sustain family-run workshops through a time of uncertainty.
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Sozni Embroidered Black Chakra Shawl 'Sudarshan'
Hand embroidered cashmere pashmina, woven from Grade A Ladakhi fibre and finished in an intricate Sozni Jamawar design. A traditional Chakra motif — a circular symbol representing motion, protection, hope and knowledge — winds across the surface in interconnected vines embroidered with silver and pink thread on dyed black cashmere.
The cashmere was sourced from Mrs Decchan Dolma of Rango Village, and transported to Kullu rather than Srinagar, Kashmir (due to the Covid pandemic restrictions) for de-hairing, carding and scouring. Hand-spun yarn forms the warp from Kullu and the weft from Kashmir, producing a one-of-a-kind textile that unites two distinct artisanal regions. This process produces an incredibly fine and unbroken yarn, ranging in thickness from 110-140 English count, and could not be replicated on a machine without a 'carrier fibre'.
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the handloom industry had lost almost 50% of its weaving capacity. It was only through family-run businesses that fabric continued to be produced in any quantity during this period. Mr Abid Khan wove the fabric on one of his two pit looms, which was then skilfully embroidered by Gulam Mohammad and finished by Mr Zakir Wani in Srinagar in January 2023.
At each step in the process, this shawl has been thoughtfully crafted with patience and care, imbuing each piece with a rich cultural and symbolic significance.
Supplied with a copy of The Kashmir Shawl book, each piece is a unique link to the landscapes and lives behind its origin and creation.
- Size: approx. 100 × 210 cm (39.5 × 82.5")
- Composition: 100% Cashmere, sourced in Ladakh from Grade A fibres
- Origin: Made in Kashmir
Product Care
Professional dry cleaning is recommended to maintain the fine embroidery and soft texture of the hand-spun cashmere. For light refreshes at home, store the shawl folded in tissue in a breathable container away from sunlight or moth exposure. We suggest using our Woolskin Premium Woolwash for gentle care when appropriate. For full advice, visit our Product Care Guide.
Origin & Sustainability
This piece supports a lineage of slow-made, heritage craft that bridges regions and communities. Spinning, weaving, embroidery and finishing were all completed by individual artisans using traditional, low-impact techniques — from hand pit-loom weaving to fine needlework.
Woven during the height of the pandemic, this shawl stands as a record of resilience in the Kashmiri textile tradition. The collaboration between Kullu and Kashmir not only preserved ancestral knowledge but also helped sustain family-run workshops through a time of uncertainty.
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Hand embroidered cashmere pashmina, woven from Grade A Ladakhi fibre and finished in an intricate Sozni Jamawar design. A traditional Chakra motif — a circular symbol representing motion, protection, hope and knowledge — winds across the surface in interconnected vines embroidered with silver and pink thread on dyed black cashmere.
The cashmere was sourced from Mrs Decchan Dolma of Rango Village, and transported to Kullu rather than Srinagar, Kashmir (due to the Covid pandemic restrictions) for de-hairing, carding and scouring. Hand-spun yarn forms the warp from Kullu and the weft from Kashmir, producing a one-of-a-kind textile that unites two distinct artisanal regions. This process produces an incredibly fine and unbroken yarn, ranging in thickness from 110-140 English count, and could not be replicated on a machine without a 'carrier fibre'.
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the handloom industry had lost almost 50% of its weaving capacity. It was only through family-run businesses that fabric continued to be produced in any quantity during this period. Mr Abid Khan wove the fabric on one of his two pit looms, which was then skilfully embroidered by Gulam Mohammad and finished by Mr Zakir Wani in Srinagar in January 2023.
At each step in the process, this shawl has been thoughtfully crafted with patience and care, imbuing each piece with a rich cultural and symbolic significance.
Supplied with a copy of The Kashmir Shawl book, each piece is a unique link to the landscapes and lives behind its origin and creation.
- Size: approx. 100 × 210 cm (39.5 × 82.5")
- Composition: 100% Cashmere, sourced in Ladakh from Grade A fibres
- Origin: Made in Kashmir
Product Care
Professional dry cleaning is recommended to maintain the fine embroidery and soft texture of the hand-spun cashmere. For light refreshes at home, store the shawl folded in tissue in a breathable container away from sunlight or moth exposure. We suggest using our Woolskin Premium Woolwash for gentle care when appropriate. For full advice, visit our Product Care Guide.
Origin & Sustainability
This piece supports a lineage of slow-made, heritage craft that bridges regions and communities. Spinning, weaving, embroidery and finishing were all completed by individual artisans using traditional, low-impact techniques — from hand pit-loom weaving to fine needlework.
Woven during the height of the pandemic, this shawl stands as a record of resilience in the Kashmiri textile tradition. The collaboration between Kullu and Kashmir not only preserved ancestral knowledge but also helped sustain family-run workshops through a time of uncertainty.
