Chamba Rumals originated in the Rajput courts of undivided Punjab-Himachal, embroidered with fine silk on muslin. Featuring imagery of Krishna worship, they were used as wall hangings, thaal posh, coverlets, and bridal dowries.

This piece is inspired by an 18th–19th century Chamba Rumal from the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Its Raas Lila scene, hand-drawn by a miniature artist and embroidered with double-sided stitches, beautifully captures the rhythmic movement of Radha and Krishna in dance. The intricate craftsmanship marks a confident revival of the art, with potential for future innovations.

Materials & Artists:
Raas Lila | Kora Muslin (300 count), Untwisted Mulberry Silk (5 ply), Natural Dyes, Hand Embroidery (Chamba Rumal)
Conceptualized by Dr. Rohini Arora (Rumals of Chamba)
Created by Prixit Sharma (Miniature Art) & Anita Devi (Embroidery) | Chamba, Himachal Pradesh