SLH Preparing Wool for Teasing in Royee Village
Abstract
The image captures SLH from Royee village as she prepares to tease the wool, a vital step in traditional wool processing. Seated on the ground outside, she carefully holds a small handful of wool known as Dappi, the term used for wool during the teasing process. Once the teasing is complete, the wool will be referred to as Pizhonu, ready for the next stage of processing. SLH’s steady hands highlight the precision and care required for this craft, passed down through generations.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Crafts
Textile
and Design
Fashion and Cultural Textiles
Ethnobotanical and Medicinal Plants Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The British Museum
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN