Mask of Vaikuntha Vishnu, late 5th century. Learn more about 5th century masks
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A term referring to both the weaving technique and the final textile created by this method. It may also refer to the bobbin used in the weaving process. Under this technique, each bobbin carries a different coloured weft yarn added at different points according to a talim (pattern notation). The term gets its name from the Kanihama region of Kashmir.