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The Aka Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh, India, is renowned for its rich weaving tradition which finds beautiful expression in their handwoven shoulder bags-internal woven surface is filled with intricate stripe and geometric patterns, symbolizing the heavily rooted cultural heritage and artistic expression of this tribe. The patterns on these bags, traditional in weaving, often carry meaning in themselves, worship, nature, and tribal identity. Used daily by the Aka people to carry essentials for agricultural, household, and community work, shoulder bags now serve every purpose and make the day-to-day lives of the Aka vibrant by having these strong and utility bags-an indispensable part of Aka life.
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The Aka Tribe of Arunachal Pradesh, India, is renowned for its rich weaving tradition which finds beautiful expression in their handwoven shoulder bags-internal woven surface is filled with intricate stripe and geometric patterns, symbolizing the heavily rooted cultural heritage and artistic expression of this tribe. The patterns on these bags, traditional in weaving, often carry meaning in themselves, worship, nature, and tribal identity. Used daily by the Aka people to carry essentials for agricultural, household, and community work, shoulder bags now serve every purpose and make the day-to-day lives of the Aka vibrant by having these strong and utility bags-an indispensable part of Aka life.
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These shoulder bags are more than mere carriers; they carry history and fine workmanship. Each color and kind of intricate weaving is indicative of Aka artisans themselves, who spend time with weaving techniques handed down from generation to generation. All of these bags are exemplary representation of Aka heritage-making them treasured within the community and the expanding handicraft marketplace. As the world becomes more interested in sustainable and handmade products, these woven shoulder bags increasingly reach beyond Arunachal Pradesh. Such beautiful woven bags will speak volumes about the cultural and artistic legacy possessed by the Aka people.
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