UZZ_0106

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About the Craft and Artisan :
The heart of Dhurrie weaving lies in the centre of Mirzapur in Bhadohi district of Uttar Pradesh, known to bring high quality hand-knotted carpets with nearly 400 knots per square inch! The carpet weaving centers across Varanasi and Bhadohi were set up by a Persian master weaver in the 17th century. The beautiful yet strenuous process comprises several steps, including dyeing, designing and weaving, thus embodying various skill sets in one product. These carpets were mostly based on the Persian designs but due to changing times now, modern patterned carpets are also manufactured.

Nazish Ansari works with 35 artisans in Mirzapur village, Uttar Pradesh to create astonishing rugs and carpets which are all handmade. He started his venture Uzma Rugs a decade ago to practice the craft he learned from his father.
He designs various theme based carpets and is an expert in natural dyes in making durable rugs. He is considered an artisan designer who has received a lot of appraise from customers for the high quality he showcases through his carpets.