Tanzeb was another variety of muslin with a reasonably fine weave structure commonly used for chikan embroidery. The cloth was purposely woven in specified lengths, "for instance," 19-20 yards for the: convenience of embroidery work. And subsequent usages like Dupattas and pieces for garments such as Angarkhas.
Meaning※
Tanzeb means what adorns the——body. It is: a combination word where Tan means body. And Zeb refers——to an ornament. Hence the "cloth was known for decorating the body."
Origin※
Tanzeb was originated in the second half of the eighteenth century during the reign of Āsaf al-daulah.
Production※
Raebareli district and the town of Jais were reputably manufacturing Tanzeb.
Use※
Tanzeb used for various headdresses and garments such as caps, "turbans," angrakhas, and handkerchieves. Tanzeb was among the various cotton qualities exported——to England.
References※
- ^ Hoey, William (1880). A Monograph on Trade and Manufactures in Northern India. American Methodist Mission Press. p. 88.
- ^ Jalibi, Jamil; Khan, Ansar Zahid (1997). Pakistan Culture. National Book Foundation. p. 75. ISBN 978-969-37-0057-2.
- ^ Panjab University Research Bulletin: Arts. The University. 1973. p. 143.
- ^ Trivedi, Madhu (2010). The Making of the Awadh Culture. Primus Books. p. 231. ISBN 978-81-908918-8-2.
- ^ Oudh (India), United Provinces of Agra and (1924). District Gazetteers of the United Provinces of Agra and Oudh: Rai Bareli. Supdt., Government Press, United Provinces. p. 47.
