Chikankari Embroidery - The Art that defines Indian Heritage. Chikankari is a delicate and traditional hand-embroidery style from Lucknow, India, often called 'Lucknowi Chikan'. Believed to be introduced by Nur Jahan, wife of Mughal Emperor Jehangir, it features intricate needlework on fabrics like muslin, cotton, silk, and georgette. This ancient craft involves approximately 36 different stitching techniques. wikipediaPart Worked Chikankari Pattern.

It is likely this bodice was made in India for a European lady.White muslin with 3 panels of Chikankari Embroidery surrounded by torchon lace and lace edgings.embroidery, garment, late 19th century, india, chikankari

Cream muslin, Chikankari embroidery (Lucknow) motifs in traditional stitchery. The butterflies are in a type of embroidery known as Jali.embroidery, garments, sari, india, early 20th century