RMN preparing Boiled Walnut Husks for Dyeing in Berzeen Village
Abstract
The image shows RMN, a resident of Berzeen village, arranging freshly boiled walnut husks on a metal plate as part of the traditional natural dyeing process. The dark brown, steaming husks are piled alongside wool that has absorbed the rich, earthy tones of the walnut pigments. Scattered walnut shells and husks on the floor indicate the meticulous process of extracting natural dye, a craft that has been practiced for generations in the Chitral region.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Crafts
Textile
and Design
Dyeing and Modifying Textile Fibers
Fashion and Cultural Textiles
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The British Museum
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN