A Study: Material, Construction, and Craft Techniques Used in Kolhapuri Chappal Manufacturing

Since the Early Vedic Period, Indian footwear in particular has been known to be home to a variety of craft styles. The origins of everything we use today are likely thousands of years old; even digital communication technology has developed over the past 100 years. The purpose of the study is to analyze the materials, construction techniques, and craft methods applied to the production of Kolhapuri chappal. The use of vegetable leather in order to enhance quality of Kolhapuri Chappal is the main focus of the study. In addition, it discusses the methods used by expert craftspeople for cutting, shaping, hand-stitching, and finishing leather. The elaborate braiding, weaving, and decorative details that characterize Kolhapuri chappals' aesthetic identity are given particular attention. India's culture, society, and religion have always recognized the value of feet and footwear. Kolhapur, a town in Maharashtra, is the origin of the Kolhapuri chappals. This craft style is a labor-intensive production method that makes use of antiquated tools and machinery. Today’s technology has developed over the past 100 years.