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A Riha is a white cotton breast band that is traditional for the Deori tribe, an indigenous community in India, resident mainly in Assam. To Deori women, the garment serves as important part of their heritage and craftsmanship. Riha forms part of the traditional attire of Deori women, who often blend it with other ethnic outfits during festivals and rituals.
One of the critical attributes of Riha is the fact that it is accompanied by a woven zari border. Thus, it reflects a certain touch of elegance in what would be the common white cotton fabric. The kind of weaving that goes into the making of this particular garment is reflective of the traditional techniques and skills learned and passed down over generations. Making of Riha involves the use of handlooms established in the rich culture of textile tradition of Deori tribe.
Weaving is a very important activity that every woman participates in the Deori community. The Riha is a garment; however, it is more than just a piece of cloth. It is identity and cultural pride. It is still in use during major events of one's life with a connection to ancestral customs.
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A Riha is a white cotton breast band that is traditional for the Deori tribe, an indigenous community in India, resident mainly in Assam. To Deori women, the garment serves as important part of their heritage and craftsmanship. Riha forms part of the traditional attire of Deori women, who often blend it with other ethnic outfits during festivals and rituals.
One of the critical attributes of Riha is the fact that it is accompanied by a woven zari border. Thus, it reflects a certain touch of elegance in what would be the common white cotton fabric. The kind of weaving that goes into the making of this particular garment is reflective of the traditional techniques and skills learned and passed down over generations. Making of Riha involves the use of handlooms established in the rich culture of textile tradition of Deori tribe.
Weaving is a very important activity that every woman participates in the Deori community. The Riha is a garment; however, it is more than just a piece of cloth. It is identity and cultural pride. It is still in use during major events of one's life with a connection to ancestral customs.
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