Really the best video to know about these treasures of Kashmir…while sitting away from kashmir.. i hope people of Kashmir to move away from terrorism and grow their culture and heritage… so that it can be a real cultural crown for India… and enable Kashmiris to become prosperous…so much to know about Kashmir now
These are all heirloom collections , each is a Gem with many more gems woven in them I wish you would dedicate these fabulous gems to the artisans and their nimble fingers to have woven such GEMS for posterity to enjoy . Thanks for Sharing I am in a trance!
Salaam. Thank you for your very kind words. I don't check for comments since there are very few people that, I notice, watch my channel. I continue to add to my collection and every piece fills me with awe, at the aesthetic sense, artistic excellence and craftsmanship of our ancestors. My goal is to share my collection with the word, in the US where I live, in Kashmir and wherever else I get a chance. Unfortunately, it's been a struggle to achieve that goal but I keep trying.
Thank you so much. Id love for you to share with whomever you like. It's not monetized and that's not my motivation. I simply want to share the story of my ancestral heritage with the world.
Thank you. I take credit for neither. I am simply a passionate collector and researcher who is trying to preserve the little that is left of our lost heritage and to tell the story to the world.
Ethereally beautiful ! The Culture of #Kashmir is reflected in its Artistry & Crafts. The genteel valley has suffered much & this side of its beauty has been overshadowed by that suffering. It is beautiful to see a revival of the things that make Kashmir bloom & blossom again. This channel is truly a labour of Love, as are these beautiful creations shown in each episode. Thank you so much for bringing these to the World to see & appreciate through such well made videos.
Wonderful, Such a pleasure to see finally something classy on the much awaited and under rated craftsmanship of Kashmir. Love every bit of it. Thank you Thank You Thank You 💐
Assalam-o-Alaikum Wanted to touch base for presentation in Newyork and possible display in Dallas in July 2023. Purpose is to promote the Kashmiri artisan’s art of shawl making
Thank you, I am teaching in textile art school, and I want to show the students the colonial and imperialistic part of textile art, that the system is blind to, I will show this video at a lesson.
Mashallah thank you for sharing collect and knowledge. I am of Kashmiri heritage and I have always wanted a real Kani or embroidery shawl. I would love to contact to learn more and carry on the tradition.
Beautiful video, and enviable collection mashaAllah. respect for your work. Amazing background music. I will be grateful if you could share the names of the musicians and singers.
Hello! I'm just getting into shawls and they are so beautiful. We recently got a collection of shawls, lots of European ones but some nice Kashmir. Some of the European ones are so similar. What would you consider some of the biggest giveaways to tell if its French or Kashmiri?
I can tell my just looking at them. The European machine-made shawls didn't quite capture the essence of the Kashmiri shawls. But the best way to tell is to look at the back. The European shawls have a fuzzy feel to them, whereas the Kashmiri shawls don't. That has to do with the difference in the weaving techniques and that's very detailed discussion that, I hope, to share through a book some day
Hi. Sadly, it has become next to impossible, to tell the diffrrence between a genuine hadwoven kani shawl and a machine made copy. Still, you can tell a genuine kani shawl by the somewhat rough, hanging threads in the back of the shawl as opposed to a machine made where the threads are either not ptresent or they are somewhat raised or are very regular. Also, in a machine woven one, a particular repeated pattern will look exactly the same across the entire shawl but a han made one will have slight variations. Just a couple of suggestions.
#Zulfi_Ali i have two shawls presumably from Kashmir, i would like to know the true nature of them, kindly inform me how can i send you pics of them....
A great collection presented with love and humility, hope more people watch and appreciate
May peace prevail in Kashmir. To the unsung weavers who created these masterpieces. 🙏🙏🙏.
Fantastic, mind blowing. No words just love
As a koshur , have always been intrigued by the art and culture of Kashmir.
Mind-blowing and beautiful never seen such a lovely video love it shehla auntie from lahore Pakistan
I have a few of these shawls. The oldest is Victorian and rather damaged. But I still love it and wear it occasionally.
Really the best video to know about these treasures of Kashmir…while sitting away from kashmir.. i hope people of Kashmir to move away from terrorism and grow their culture and heritage… so that it can be a real cultural crown for India… and enable Kashmiris to become prosperous…so much to know about Kashmir now
Superb collection.
Well made and interesting video on a breathtakingly beautiful subject, both the Valley and the shawls. Keen to learn more!!
Very good video. So good to watch. Thanks for posting it.
So much amazing effort.lot of admiration.
These are all heirloom collections , each is a Gem with many more gems woven in them
I wish you would dedicate these fabulous gems to the artisans and their nimble fingers to have woven such GEMS for posterity to enjoy .
Thanks for Sharing
I am in a trance!
Khalaajan , I am so fascinated by his collection. These are indeed heirlooms ..... lovely collection
Salaam. Thank you for your very kind words. I don't check for comments since there are very few people that, I notice, watch my channel. I continue to add to my collection and every piece fills me with awe, at the aesthetic sense, artistic excellence and craftsmanship of our ancestors. My goal is to share my collection with the word, in the US where I live, in Kashmir and wherever else I get a chance. Unfortunately, it's been a struggle to achieve that goal but I keep trying.
Such a beautifully framed video. On point music, crisp talks, immersive footage. Thankyou so much for sharing this gift w the world. Lord bless you.
Thank you so much. Id love for you to share with whomever you like. It's not monetized and that's not my motivation. I simply want to share the story of my ancestral heritage with the world.
Mesmerizing art with even more mesmerizing music.
Thank you. I take credit for neither. I am simply a passionate collector and researcher who is trying to preserve the little that is left of our lost heritage and to tell the story to the world.
Ethereally beautiful ! The Culture of #Kashmir is reflected in its Artistry & Crafts. The genteel valley has suffered much & this side of its beauty has been overshadowed by that suffering. It is beautiful to see a revival of the things that make Kashmir bloom & blossom again. This channel is truly a labour of Love, as are these beautiful creations shown in each episode.
Thank you so much for bringing these to the World to see & appreciate through such well made videos.
It is my pleasure. Rather, a passion that gives meaning to my life.
Amazing collection
Beautiful ❤
Wonderful, Such a pleasure to see finally something classy on the much awaited and under rated craftsmanship of Kashmir.
Love every bit of it.
Thank you Thank You Thank You 💐
Can we somehow get in touch for an evening in Newyork about Kashmiri shawls and it’s evolution as a timeless craft.
Assalam-o-Alaikum
Wanted to touch base for presentation in Newyork and possible display in Dallas in July 2023.
Purpose is to promote the Kashmiri artisan’s art of shawl making
Thank you, I am teaching in textile art school, and I want to show the students the colonial and imperialistic part of textile art, that the system is blind to, I will show this video at a lesson.
Thanks for your kind words. I would be happy to participate in your class as my main goal is to share the story of these exquisite art forms,
Mashallah thank you for sharing collect and knowledge. I am of Kashmiri heritage and I have always wanted a real Kani or embroidery shawl. I would love to contact to learn more and carry on the tradition.
Thank you for the appreciation of my humble effort. You are welcome to send me an IM on Facebook. It's Zulfi Ali in the US
Amazing and very beautiful
Thanks a lot 😊
Very informative video 💐..
Thank you for your response. I realize I am waaaay too late to respond but wanted to thank you, anyway.
Excellent work
Thank you for your kind words
Beautiful video, and enviable collection mashaAllah. respect for your work.
Amazing background music. I will be grateful if you could share the names of the musicians and singers.
Thank you and sorry for the very delayed response.
I am a kani collector myself 🙂 but new shawls
Hello! I'm just getting into shawls and they are so beautiful. We recently got a collection of shawls, lots of European ones but some nice Kashmir. Some of the European ones are so similar. What would you consider some of the biggest giveaways to tell if its French or Kashmiri?
I can tell my just looking at them. The European machine-made shawls didn't quite capture the essence of the Kashmiri shawls. But the best way to tell is to look at the back. The European shawls have a fuzzy feel to them, whereas the Kashmiri shawls don't. That has to do with the difference in the weaving techniques and that's very detailed discussion that, I hope, to share through a book some day
Beautiful! How would an average person purchase a Kani pashmina Shawl and how would they know it is genuine, could you please advise?
Hi. Sadly, it has become next to impossible, to tell the diffrrence between a genuine hadwoven kani shawl and a machine made copy. Still, you can tell a genuine kani shawl by the somewhat rough, hanging threads in the back of the shawl as opposed to a machine made where the threads are either not ptresent or they are somewhat raised or are very regular. Also, in a machine woven one, a particular repeated pattern will look exactly the same across the entire shawl but a han made one will have slight variations. Just a couple of suggestions.
I have a few vintage shawls which are never been used. I have about 10 of them. Want to sell them can you please guide
Hi. I am sorry that I didn't see your comment until now. You can reach me at ZulfiAli@TheCashmereChronicles.com
Dear where do i get this collection of shawl, dear i am not using any social platform so i can contact you so how can i contact you
Ive vintage shawls if you want
#Zulfi_Ali i have two shawls presumably from Kashmir, i would like to know the true nature of them, kindly inform me how can i send you pics of them....
okay..I am also shawl merchant..so please send me on my whatsaap no
You can IM me on Facebook. It's Zulfi Ali and I live in Washington, US
Can you provide some contact information, Sir? We have some business inquires
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