Appliqué (Chandua / Pipili Appliqué)
Appliqué, known locally as Chandua, is one of Odisha’s most celebrated textile traditions, rooted in the cultural landscape of the Jagannath tradition and practiced for centuries by artisan communities. The craft involves cutting, layering, stitching, and embellishing pieces of coloured fabric to create intricate motifs, decorative canopies, ceremonial umbrellas, banners, wall hangings, and contemporary utility products. Distinguished by its vibrant colours, bold geometric arrangements, and symbolic motifs such as flowers, animals, celestial forms, and representations of Jagannath, appliqué reflects a rich vocabulary of design developed over generations. Traditionally created for temples, rituals, and royal patronage, the craft has evolved into a dynamic contemporary practice while retaining its deep connection to Odisha’s cultural heritage. Through skilled handwork, embroidery, and innovative adaptations, appliqué continues to embody the creativity, resilience, and design ingenuity of Odisha’s artisan communities.
Appliqué (Chandua / Pipili Appliqué)
Appliqué, known locally as Chandua, is one of Odisha’s most celebrated textile traditions, rooted in the cultural landscape of the Jagannath tradition and practiced for centuries by artisan communities. The craft involves cutting, layering, stitching, and embellishing pieces of coloured fabric to create intricate motifs, decorative canopies, ceremonial umbrellas, banners, wall hangings, and contemporary utility products. Distinguished by its vibrant colours, bold geometric arrangements, and symbolic motifs such as flowers, animals, celestial forms, and representations of Jagannath, appliqué reflects a rich vocabulary of design developed over generations. Traditionally created for temples, rituals, and royal patronage, the craft has evolved into a dynamic contemporary practice while retaining its deep connection to Odisha’s cultural heritage. Through skilled handwork, embroidery, and innovative adaptations, appliqué continues to embody the creativity, resilience, and design ingenuity of Odisha’s artisan communities.